https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goRdpYZNF84 “The rationale behind bringing this festival to Phnom Penh is to connect the people of Japan and Cambodia,” Rithy explained. She said that organisers hoped to promote Japanese culture in Cambodia, as well as to expose Cambodian film fans and filmmakers – especially from the younger generation – to a different cinema tradition. The selection of films traverses Japan’s cinematic history: from films released this year to anime features to the 1954 classic Twenty-Four Eyes. Notable films on the schedule include sports drama 100 Yen Love, Japan’s entry for Best Foreign Language film at the 2014 Academy Awards; the 2005 romance Tokyo Tower; and the film adaptation of Rebirth, which won 10 awards at the 2011 Japan Academy Prize. “The history of Japanese films has a very strong history and foundation,” Rithy said. She believes that this legacy will connect with a Cambodian audience.