Naofumi Higuchi

The Master of Funerals (2019)

Alumni of Ibaraki High School learn that one of their classmates is killed in an accident on the tenth anniversary of their graduation, necessitating an unexpected reunion and “on-campus funeral”. They spend a strange night together, during which the secrets of his ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Naofumi Higuchi
CAST:  Atsuko Maeda  •  Kengo Kora  •  Jin Shirasu  •  Asuka Hinoi

Alumni of Ibaraki High School learn that one of their classmates is killed in an accident on the tenth anniversary of their graduation, necessitating an unexpected reunion and “on-campus funeral”. They spend a strange night together, during which the secrets of his ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Naofumi Higuchi
CAST:  Atsuko Maeda  •  Kengo Kora  •  Jin Shirasu  •  Asuka Hinoi

The Intermission (2013)

A unique black comedy set in Ginza Cinepathos, a long-established movie theater that closes at the end of March 2013 while being familiar to movie fans with its retro appearance and unique lineup. Unique guests visiting the theater draw a human pattern during breaks.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Naofumi Higuchi
CAST:  Kumiko Akiyoshi  •  Bin Furuya  •  Mugi Kadowaki  •  Hyunri

A unique black comedy set in Ginza Cinepathos, a long-established movie theater that closes at the end of March 2013 while being familiar to movie fans with its retro appearance and unique lineup. Unique guests visiting the theater draw a human pattern during breaks.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Naofumi Higuchi
CAST:  Kumiko Akiyoshi  •  Bin Furuya  •  Mugi Kadowaki  •  Hyunri