Kana (Yuumi Kawai) is a listless young woman in her early twenties living in Tokyo. Working as a beautician, drifting between men, and moving through life without clear rhyme or reason, her character ...
Yoko Yamanaka’s film is a brilliantly observed portrait of a young woman simmering with frustrations and coming to terms with her relationships and place in the world. By Nicolas Rapold When you ...
“Desert of Namibia,” about a caustic 21-year-old Japanese wanderer, embodies its protagonist’s listlessness to a fault. Director Yôko Yamanaka was still a teenager when she made her debut feature ...
"Am I pretty?" Kani Releasing has debuted an official US trailer for a Japanese indie film titled Desert of Namibia, the second feature made by young Japanese filmmaker Yoko Yamanaka. This first ...
Namibia, a country in southwestern Africa, is a fascinating country known for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique natural wonders. Contents1. Home To the World’s Oldest ...