Music Video Competition
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Newly established for 2016, the Music Video Competition introduces official music videos created for artists from Japan and around the world. We have gathered a selection of the most cinematic works that deliver dramatic narratives, told as if from a short film perspective. It is a jam-packed lineup that showcases a variety of high quality works. Among the creative and edgy international works on show, special screenings of videos such as “Good Hope” from Brazil, co-directed by Katia Lund, known best for her hit feature “City of God”, can also be enjoyed. Experience music brought to life with the power of cinematic stories.
Award
Music Video Competition Best Creative Awards・・・This award will be given to the most cinematic music video.
Music Video Competition Cinematic Award
Award Winner:Daigo Matsui
A family drama about three people who meet in the short story “A Lonely Girl Has Gone,” inspired by artist Huey Ishizaki’s song “Kabin No Hana.” Written, directed, and edited by Daigo Matsui; featuring Yu Aoi; music by Huwie Ishizaki.
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Daigo Matsui Winner’s Comment
Huwie Ishizaki’s “Kabin No Hana” sings about pure affection. I wanted to share this emotion with as many people as possible by making a movie about a family who is preparing for a daughter’s wedding ceremony. The little brother of the bride experiences mixed emotions. He wants to celebrate with her but doesn’t know how to deal with his sadness. The father tries hard to convince her that they will be fine without her. The daughter is worried about them, but it is hard for her to show how she cares about them. The family think about their late mother, who used to cheer them up. At the same time, a waitress at the wedding hall struggles to deal with her mother even though she only care s about her daughter’s happiness. When one cherishes another, they unknowingly affect others and make them happy. We easily forget such a fundamental thing. I illustrated the characters who are moved by the song because I believe you can understand the charm of the song this way.
- Huwie Ishizaki
- 花瓶の花
Huwie Ishizaki plans to release the album “Kabin no Kana,” his first in three years. In the fall, he will make his debut as an actor in the film “Azumi Haruko wa Yukue Fumei (Azymi Haruko Goes Missing,)” based on Mariko Yamauchi’s short novel.