Saturday, March 31, 2007: Egyptian Theatre

The Saturday, March 31^st program is an 11:00 AM screening of AACHI & SSIPAK, (2006, Studio 2.0, 90 min.), directed by Bum-Jin Joe.

This fabulous new animated feature from Korea about a future city where human waste is the sole energy source sparked controversy for its vulgar and aggressive attitude (this film was R-rated in Korea and is recommended for mature audiences).

Bizarre and original humor abounds, including the concept of an addictive laxative that produces acute hallucinations.

Following

at 1:30 PM is a screening of THE GIRL WHO LEAPT THROUGH TIME, (2006, Cathay-Keris Films, 98 min.), directed by Mamoru Hosoda.

The acclaimed new Japanese anime with character designs by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto (NEON GENESIS EVAGELION) and animation by Madhouse. High school student Makoto prolongs the fun she has during her free time and avoids problems when she learns to go back in time by taking giant leaps.

A reception with food and drink will take place in between the films. An hour long panel discussion after the films with moderator Ken Duer (Producer of ANIMATRIX), Bum-Jin Joe director of AACHI AND SSIPAK, Mamoru Hosoda director of THE GIRL WHO LEAPT THROUGH TIME, USC professor Mimi Ito and anime critics.

 FREE ADMISSION (Tickets available for pick-up only on day of event). Please RSVP ahead of time to the Japan Foundation's website, www.jflalc.org (under upcoming events)