3rd Asian Film Festival
From 17th February through 1st March 2010 “Asian Film Festival 2010” was held by the Asian Consuls General Club (ACGC) in Jeddah. The inauguration of the Festival and the Japanese Film Show took place on 17th February in the official residence of the Japanese Consul General. In the inauguration ceremony, opening remarks were made by H.E. Mr. Toshimitsu Ishigure, Consul General of Japan, followed by unveiling of the Festival logo.
After a short break during which the visitors enjoyed the taste of Japanese shushi, yakitori and other food, H.E. Mr. Ishigure made a brief remark introducing the Japanese films followed by screening of the Japanese documentary entitled “Yokoso Japan” first, then the feature film entitled “Always Sunset on 3rd Street : Part II” (Director : Takashi Yamazaki).
Many audience from the Consular Corps, business circles, TV and newspapers, etc enjoyed the films and gave a burst of applause at the end of the feature film which, as they said, had greatly impressed them.
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| Invited guests |
H.E.Mr.Ishigure, giving an inaugural address |
Unveiling of 2010 Film Festival logo |
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| Invited guests enjoying the tast of Japanese sushi |
H.E.Mr.Ishigure, introducing the Japanese film |
The feature film screened at the Japanese Film Night |
