Short film by Takeru of the band SuG is awarded the 1st Artist Cinema Award at Yamagata International Movie Festival!
“WE CRY OUT HELLYEAH,” the short film written and directed by Takeru, vocalist of the band SuG, has been announced as the winner of the 1st Artist Cinema Award at the 11th edition of Yamagata International Movie Festival.
In addition, it has been revealed that this short film is the starting point of a larger feature film project inspired by SuG’s latest album, “BLACK.”
Takeru spoke about the background and making of the film at SSFF & ASIA in June, explaining that “SuG is moving away from the genre it’s known for and challenging new things. We made this work wanting to create something that’s more accessible.”
You can hear Takeru discussing the film here!
*In Japanese only.
’Short Film by Takeru of SuG Screening Event Part1’
’Short Film by Takeru of SuG Screening Event Part2’
*Video available in Japanese only.
The 11th Yamagata International Movie Festival will be held over three days, from November 12 to 15, with “WE CRY OUT HELLYEAH” screening by invitation on November 15 (Sun). Takeru will also be in attendance to greet audiences following the screening.