Key insights

• ⛩️ Director's desire to do something unique in Japanese film industry
• 🎬 Inspiration from Spielberg's skill in filmmaking
• 🏆 Aim to create a masterpiece in Japanese cinema
• 🧒 Importance of consulting with children for fresh and interesting ideas
• 🤔 Exploring the strange and interesting aspects of life
• 👦 A child's perspective on facing the unknown
• 📝 Discussion on potential storyline for a Japanese film
• 🏡 Recollection of a visit to a rural area with an old house lacking a refrigerator

Q&A

• How did the speaker approach creating a movie for children?

  The speaker initially faced skepticism when releasing a movie for children but believed in creating a meaningful movie that reflects genuine love. After receiving positive and enthusiastic reactions from children, the speaker took pride in creating a classic and well-crafted film, despite some parents' initial hesitance.

• What did the speaker discuss about the concept of horror in filmmaking?

  The speaker reflected on the concept of horror as a form of human ritual, the enjoyment and fun experienced during the making of horror movies, and emphasized that it is a craft born out of passion for film and enjoyment rather than malice.

• How did personal experiences influence the speaker's creative ideas, and what motivated the speaker to create a film?

  The speaker reflected on being influenced by personal experiences, including the aftermath of the atomic bomb, and shared a story about a family haunted by the memories of war. These experiences motivated the speaker to create a film centered around the theme of the atomic bomb and its effects.

• What are the anecdotes shared by the speaker?

  The speaker shared a humorous anecdote about attempting to cool a watermelon in a well and a piano learning experience that led to a dislike of the instrument after a negative encounter with a strict piano teacher.

• What aspects of life were explored in the conversation, and what potential storyline was discussed?

  The conversation explored the strange and interesting aspects of life, the power of movies, and a child's perspective on facing the unknown. Additionally, there was a discussion on the potential storyline for a Japanese film. The segment ended with a recollection of a visit to a rural area with an old house lacking a refrigerator.

• What inspired the director's unique approach to Japanese filmmaking?

  The director was inspired by Steven Spielberg's skill in filmmaking and aimed to create a masterpiece in Japanese cinema. They sought to consider ideas that could appeal to both Eastern and Western audiences and emphasized the importance of consulting with children for fresh and interesting ideas.

• 00:00 A director discusses making a unique Japanese film, taking inspiration from Spielberg, aiming to create a masterpiece, and consulting with children for fresh ideas.
• 02:02 Exploring the strange and interesting aspects of life, the conversation touches on the intriguing power of movies and a child's perspective on facing the unknown. It also involves a discussion on the potential storyline for a Japanese film. The segment ends with a recollection of a visit to a rural area with an old house lacking a refrigerator.
• 03:38 A humorous anecdote about trying to cool a watermelon in a well, followed by a piano learning experience that led to a dislike of piano and a fear of it 'attacking.'
• 04:56 The speaker reflects on the impact of personal experiences, including being influenced by the aftermath of the atomic bomb, and shares a story about a family haunted by the memories of war. These experiences motivate the speaker to create a film centered around the theme of the atomic bomb and its effects.
• 06:26 The speaker discusses the concept of horror as a form of human ritual, the enjoyment and fun experienced during the making of horror movies, and the idea that it is a craft born out of passion for film and enjoyment rather than malice.
• 07:58 The speaker reflects on creating a meaningful movie for children despite some initial skepticism, aiming to introduce them to classic and well-crafted films.