Fantasy, Opening Film

DESTINY: The Tale of Kamakura

DESTINY 鎌倉ものがたり

Directed by: Takashi Yamazaki
2017 / 129 minutes / Recommended for aged 12+

Akiko’s bizarre newly-wed life begins in magical Kamakura

Screened as part of JFF 2018.

Set in an alternate universe, the ancient capital of Kamakura is a vibrant town where fantastical creatures live alongside humans. Akiko (Mitsuki Takahata) is a cheerful publishing assistant who moves into town after marrying Masakazu (Masato Sakai), a popular mystery writer. Akiko is surprised by the unusual town but enjoys the new curiosities surrounding her. However, just as she was beginning to settle in, a trifling incident sweeps her spirit to the underworld too soon. Convinced that destiny has something else in store for his wife, Masakazu journeys into the underworld to bring back Akiko’s spirit.

Based on Ryohei Saigan’s best-selling comic and directed by Takashi Yamazaki as a follow up to the ALWAYS – Sunset on Third Street series.

Fantasia Film Festival 2018 Official Selection; Hawaii International Film Festival 2018 Official Selection