Ben
@brazybenjamin.bsky.social
PhD Student - Urban Studies | Japanese Cinema | Film Collector | Supporter of Fulham F.C.
Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/1R3Pn
Japanuary 2025: https://boxd.it/BumhM
Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/1R3Pn
Japanuary 2025: https://boxd.it/BumhM
GOLDEN GLOBE WINNER TADANOBU ASANO!!! 🐐
January 6, 2025 at 2:01 AM
GOLDEN GLOBE WINNER TADANOBU ASANO!!! 🐐
I should clarify… I don’t care for genres being presented like this 😭
December 4, 2024 at 2:06 PM
I should clarify… I don’t care for genres being presented like this 😭
Spotify Wrapped was bland this year… I’m disappointed by their choice not to feature top genres and whatnot. Chill Select being #1 due to listening to lo-fi beats while taking my comprehensive exams at the end of September is kind of disappointing too lol
December 4, 2024 at 1:48 PM
Spotify Wrapped was bland this year… I’m disappointed by their choice not to feature top genres and whatnot. Chill Select being #1 due to listening to lo-fi beats while taking my comprehensive exams at the end of September is kind of disappointing too lol
Rewatching a Takashi Miike masterpiece with some friends! @hugmynd.bsky.social @stepprinted.com @reinierzouw.bsky.social
#filmsky
#filmsky
November 30, 2024 at 6:55 PM
Rewatching a Takashi Miike masterpiece with some friends! @hugmynd.bsky.social @stepprinted.com @reinierzouw.bsky.social
#filmsky
#filmsky
November 30, 2024 at 12:03 AM
If you could create any physical media box set what would it be? You choose the theme.
Theme:
Ambient Anarchy: Gakuryū Ishii, 1989-1997
Featuring:
The Master of Shiatsu (1989)
Tokyo Blood (1993)
Angel Dust (1994)
August in the Water (1995)
Labyrinth of Dreams (1997)
Theme:
Ambient Anarchy: Gakuryū Ishii, 1989-1997
Featuring:
The Master of Shiatsu (1989)
Tokyo Blood (1993)
Angel Dust (1994)
August in the Water (1995)
Labyrinth of Dreams (1997)
November 20, 2024 at 1:01 PM
If you could create any physical media box set what would it be? You choose the theme.
Theme:
Ambient Anarchy: Gakuryū Ishii, 1989-1997
Featuring:
The Master of Shiatsu (1989)
Tokyo Blood (1993)
Angel Dust (1994)
August in the Water (1995)
Labyrinth of Dreams (1997)
Theme:
Ambient Anarchy: Gakuryū Ishii, 1989-1997
Featuring:
The Master of Shiatsu (1989)
Tokyo Blood (1993)
Angel Dust (1994)
August in the Water (1995)
Labyrinth of Dreams (1997)
What’s everyone’s #Letterboxd top 4?
Here’s mine:
Departures
Still Walking
The Taste of Tea
August in the Water
Here’s mine:
Departures
Still Walking
The Taste of Tea
August in the Water
November 15, 2024 at 7:22 PM
What’s everyone’s #Letterboxd top 4?
Here’s mine:
Departures
Still Walking
The Taste of Tea
August in the Water
Here’s mine:
Departures
Still Walking
The Taste of Tea
August in the Water
I’ve mostly interacted with film friends on here so far, so just wanted to say hi to my Fulham friends. I’m Ben, and I support Fulham from Ohio 👋 I love the club so much, and i’m so excited for the rest of our season. We’re playing beautiful football, and the vibes are through the roof this season!
November 15, 2024 at 2:02 PM
I’ve mostly interacted with film friends on here so far, so just wanted to say hi to my Fulham friends. I’m Ben, and I support Fulham from Ohio 👋 I love the club so much, and i’m so excited for the rest of our season. We’re playing beautiful football, and the vibes are through the roof this season!
14. The Boxer’s Omen (1983)
I couldn’t believe my eyes for probably 99% of this movie.
I couldn’t believe my eyes for probably 99% of this movie.
November 15, 2024 at 1:35 AM
14. The Boxer’s Omen (1983)
I couldn’t believe my eyes for probably 99% of this movie.
I couldn’t believe my eyes for probably 99% of this movie.
12. Onibaba (1964)
13. Kuroneko (1968)
Replying with a double dose of Kaneto Shindō goodness. Hard to find many horror movies as mesmerizing and affecting as these two. To say they are exquisitely shot would be an understatement too.
13. Kuroneko (1968)
Replying with a double dose of Kaneto Shindō goodness. Hard to find many horror movies as mesmerizing and affecting as these two. To say they are exquisitely shot would be an understatement too.
November 15, 2024 at 1:10 AM
12. Onibaba (1964)
13. Kuroneko (1968)
Replying with a double dose of Kaneto Shindō goodness. Hard to find many horror movies as mesmerizing and affecting as these two. To say they are exquisitely shot would be an understatement too.
13. Kuroneko (1968)
Replying with a double dose of Kaneto Shindō goodness. Hard to find many horror movies as mesmerizing and affecting as these two. To say they are exquisitely shot would be an understatement too.
11. Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (1998)
Do I even need to say anything? A favorite from my childhood, and I still enjoy revisiting it to this day!
Do I even need to say anything? A favorite from my childhood, and I still enjoy revisiting it to this day!
November 15, 2024 at 12:59 AM
11. Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (1998)
Do I even need to say anything? A favorite from my childhood, and I still enjoy revisiting it to this day!
Do I even need to say anything? A favorite from my childhood, and I still enjoy revisiting it to this day!
That’s amazing - i’m definitely jealous! My fav moments of Japan Cuts were seeing August in the Water and Shadow of Fire - I got to meet Tsukamoto and Ishii! It was literally a dream come true 😭
November 15, 2024 at 12:27 AM
That’s amazing - i’m definitely jealous! My fav moments of Japan Cuts were seeing August in the Water and Shadow of Fire - I got to meet Tsukamoto and Ishii! It was literally a dream come true 😭
Big fan of all of those, especially Last Life in the Universe! The spiritual sequel to it, Invisible Waves, is also worth a watch. Electric Dragon, Picnic, & Vital are a few others I saw early on that got me immediately hooked. Saw Kubi & Box Man at Japan Cuts this year - he’s still the best!
November 15, 2024 at 12:16 AM
Big fan of all of those, especially Last Life in the Universe! The spiritual sequel to it, Invisible Waves, is also worth a watch. Electric Dragon, Picnic, & Vital are a few others I saw early on that got me immediately hooked. Saw Kubi & Box Man at Japan Cuts this year - he’s still the best!
Very excited to add this to my collection! I watched Tomie for the first time in 2021 and have found myself thinking about it relatively often ever since. Great, perhaps under-appreciated movie!
#physicalmedia
#physicalmedia
November 14, 2024 at 3:57 PM
Very excited to add this to my collection! I watched Tomie for the first time in 2021 and have found myself thinking about it relatively often ever since. Great, perhaps under-appreciated movie!
#physicalmedia
#physicalmedia
10. Brain Damage (1988)
Has to be one of the most cursed movies of all time, lmao. Elmer is simply unforgettable. I couldn’t begin to tell you how many times I simultaneously laughed out and felt disgusted. Leaves you with plenty to think about but also just a great time at the movies.
Has to be one of the most cursed movies of all time, lmao. Elmer is simply unforgettable. I couldn’t begin to tell you how many times I simultaneously laughed out and felt disgusted. Leaves you with plenty to think about but also just a great time at the movies.
November 13, 2024 at 10:03 PM
10. Brain Damage (1988)
Has to be one of the most cursed movies of all time, lmao. Elmer is simply unforgettable. I couldn’t begin to tell you how many times I simultaneously laughed out and felt disgusted. Leaves you with plenty to think about but also just a great time at the movies.
Has to be one of the most cursed movies of all time, lmao. Elmer is simply unforgettable. I couldn’t begin to tell you how many times I simultaneously laughed out and felt disgusted. Leaves you with plenty to think about but also just a great time at the movies.
9. Guinea Pig Part 4: Devil Woman Doctor (1986)
Personally, I think every film nerd should have to watch the Guinea Pig films. 3 of them are pretty terrible, but the other 3 are pretty great… Devil Woman Doctor made cry real tears from laughing so hard. It’s a film (and series) full of surprises!
Personally, I think every film nerd should have to watch the Guinea Pig films. 3 of them are pretty terrible, but the other 3 are pretty great… Devil Woman Doctor made cry real tears from laughing so hard. It’s a film (and series) full of surprises!
November 13, 2024 at 9:56 PM
9. Guinea Pig Part 4: Devil Woman Doctor (1986)
Personally, I think every film nerd should have to watch the Guinea Pig films. 3 of them are pretty terrible, but the other 3 are pretty great… Devil Woman Doctor made cry real tears from laughing so hard. It’s a film (and series) full of surprises!
Personally, I think every film nerd should have to watch the Guinea Pig films. 3 of them are pretty terrible, but the other 3 are pretty great… Devil Woman Doctor made cry real tears from laughing so hard. It’s a film (and series) full of surprises!
8. Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984)
I realize I may lose some people here, but: Jason > other slasher villains
I just love this brute of a man wreaking havoc wherever he goes. The Final Chapter balances the spooky & campy vibes so well + Crispin Glover and Corey Feldman are so funny here.
I realize I may lose some people here, but: Jason > other slasher villains
I just love this brute of a man wreaking havoc wherever he goes. The Final Chapter balances the spooky & campy vibes so well + Crispin Glover and Corey Feldman are so funny here.
November 13, 2024 at 9:46 PM
8. Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter (1984)
I realize I may lose some people here, but: Jason > other slasher villains
I just love this brute of a man wreaking havoc wherever he goes. The Final Chapter balances the spooky & campy vibes so well + Crispin Glover and Corey Feldman are so funny here.
I realize I may lose some people here, but: Jason > other slasher villains
I just love this brute of a man wreaking havoc wherever he goes. The Final Chapter balances the spooky & campy vibes so well + Crispin Glover and Corey Feldman are so funny here.
5. The Wailing (2016)
One of the most affecting depictions of crises of faith i’ve seen, with an all-timer of an ending. It balances its humor and horror so well, and it is one of the few films that ever truly sent some shivers down my spine. So many terrifying scenes are seared into my mind…
One of the most affecting depictions of crises of faith i’ve seen, with an all-timer of an ending. It balances its humor and horror so well, and it is one of the few films that ever truly sent some shivers down my spine. So many terrifying scenes are seared into my mind…
November 13, 2024 at 8:55 PM
5. The Wailing (2016)
One of the most affecting depictions of crises of faith i’ve seen, with an all-timer of an ending. It balances its humor and horror so well, and it is one of the few films that ever truly sent some shivers down my spine. So many terrifying scenes are seared into my mind…
One of the most affecting depictions of crises of faith i’ve seen, with an all-timer of an ending. It balances its humor and horror so well, and it is one of the few films that ever truly sent some shivers down my spine. So many terrifying scenes are seared into my mind…
4. Cure (1997)
A study of the darkness that lies within, particularly the stressors and conditions that can potentially push people over the edge. I’ve seen 37 works from Kiyoshi Kurosawa, enjoyed or loved most of them, but Cure still stands as my favorite. Koji Yakusho and Masato Hagiwara… man.
A study of the darkness that lies within, particularly the stressors and conditions that can potentially push people over the edge. I’ve seen 37 works from Kiyoshi Kurosawa, enjoyed or loved most of them, but Cure still stands as my favorite. Koji Yakusho and Masato Hagiwara… man.
November 13, 2024 at 8:45 PM
4. Cure (1997)
A study of the darkness that lies within, particularly the stressors and conditions that can potentially push people over the edge. I’ve seen 37 works from Kiyoshi Kurosawa, enjoyed or loved most of them, but Cure still stands as my favorite. Koji Yakusho and Masato Hagiwara… man.
A study of the darkness that lies within, particularly the stressors and conditions that can potentially push people over the edge. I’ve seen 37 works from Kiyoshi Kurosawa, enjoyed or loved most of them, but Cure still stands as my favorite. Koji Yakusho and Masato Hagiwara… man.
3. Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989)
I think Shinya Tsukamoto is one of the greatest living creative forces. My love for his work started with his brilliantly nauseating and mind-blowing Tetsuo: The Iron Man. Meeting him at the Japan Cuts film festival this year made my heart feel so full. Great person ❤️
I think Shinya Tsukamoto is one of the greatest living creative forces. My love for his work started with his brilliantly nauseating and mind-blowing Tetsuo: The Iron Man. Meeting him at the Japan Cuts film festival this year made my heart feel so full. Great person ❤️
November 13, 2024 at 8:33 PM
3. Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989)
I think Shinya Tsukamoto is one of the greatest living creative forces. My love for his work started with his brilliantly nauseating and mind-blowing Tetsuo: The Iron Man. Meeting him at the Japan Cuts film festival this year made my heart feel so full. Great person ❤️
I think Shinya Tsukamoto is one of the greatest living creative forces. My love for his work started with his brilliantly nauseating and mind-blowing Tetsuo: The Iron Man. Meeting him at the Japan Cuts film festival this year made my heart feel so full. Great person ❤️
2. Deadbeat at Dawn (1988)
True DIY filmmaking here. It’s brutal, action-packed, funny, and honestly just full of surprises. Plus, as an Ohioan, I take extra joy watching all the madness unfold in the city of Dayton.
True DIY filmmaking here. It’s brutal, action-packed, funny, and honestly just full of surprises. Plus, as an Ohioan, I take extra joy watching all the madness unfold in the city of Dayton.
November 13, 2024 at 8:24 PM
2. Deadbeat at Dawn (1988)
True DIY filmmaking here. It’s brutal, action-packed, funny, and honestly just full of surprises. Plus, as an Ohioan, I take extra joy watching all the madness unfold in the city of Dayton.
True DIY filmmaking here. It’s brutal, action-packed, funny, and honestly just full of surprises. Plus, as an Ohioan, I take extra joy watching all the madness unfold in the city of Dayton.
1. Ichi the Killer (2001)
I had to choose this first as it’s had a great influence on my relationship with cinema — My love for Japanese cinema started here. Takashi Miike directs a stacked cast as they seek revenge, excitement, pain, affection, & everything else in between. It’s nasty and I ❤️ it.
I had to choose this first as it’s had a great influence on my relationship with cinema — My love for Japanese cinema started here. Takashi Miike directs a stacked cast as they seek revenge, excitement, pain, affection, & everything else in between. It’s nasty and I ❤️ it.
November 13, 2024 at 1:46 PM
1. Ichi the Killer (2001)
I had to choose this first as it’s had a great influence on my relationship with cinema — My love for Japanese cinema started here. Takashi Miike directs a stacked cast as they seek revenge, excitement, pain, affection, & everything else in between. It’s nasty and I ❤️ it.
I had to choose this first as it’s had a great influence on my relationship with cinema — My love for Japanese cinema started here. Takashi Miike directs a stacked cast as they seek revenge, excitement, pain, affection, & everything else in between. It’s nasty and I ❤️ it.
Copying my buddy @calvinkemph.bsky.social, as i’d love to connect with more horror movie enthusiasts.
#horrorsky
#horrorsky
November 13, 2024 at 1:27 PM
Copying my buddy @calvinkemph.bsky.social, as i’d love to connect with more horror movie enthusiasts.
#horrorsky
#horrorsky
Four films on my mind lately.
9 Souls
My God, My God, Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me?
Last Life in the Universe
Tokyo Sonata
9 Souls
My God, My God, Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me?
Last Life in the Universe
Tokyo Sonata
November 8, 2024 at 4:54 PM
Four films on my mind lately.
9 Souls
My God, My God, Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me?
Last Life in the Universe
Tokyo Sonata
9 Souls
My God, My God, Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me?
Last Life in the Universe
Tokyo Sonata