artster said...

artster at 02:56 PM JST - 12th August

I really enjoy Show Aikawa as an actor -- he's exceptionally personable, talented and versatile (i.e., "Rainy Dog"; "Dead or Alive 2: Tôbôsha"; "Zebraman," etc.)... I'd like to see him promoting his own work; he deserves many more challenging and interesting roles.

Posted in Sho Aikawa and Yukina Kinoshita line up as 'father-daughter' combo for 'Taken' at 02:56 PM JST - 12th August
artster at 08:05 PM JST - 18th February

I think Beat Takeshi should be the PM.

He could do it -- if only he would!

Kitano Takeshi is the perfect candidate for it... (^^)

Yes, he's the people's candidate.

Posted in Would you like to see Taro Aso replaced as Japan's prime minister, and if so, who do you think would do a better job? at 08:05 PM JST - 18th February
artster at 01:14 PM JST - 6th February

Why do Weekly Playboy and Japan Today make a joke of homelessness?

In this day and age, no one's basic needs should go unmet.

It's a shame -- it's not an "experiment."

Posted in 'Homeless' hone their rough-living skills at 01:14 PM JST - 6th February
artster at 09:36 PM JST - 1st February

Kikujirô no natsu, Cha no aji, Akahige, Chûgoku no chôjin.

Posted in What are some of your favorite feel-good movies? at 09:36 PM JST - 1st February
artster at 10:50 AM JST - 23rd January

Japanese films are my favorite in the world -- so many are amazingly beautiful, humane and profound.
In my opinion, Japan's filmmakers have not abandoned their creativity, intelligence, artistry or conscience in the pursuit of profits; Hollywood should honor and learn from them.

Posted in 2 Japanese films nominated for Oscars at 10:50 AM JST - 23rd January
artster at 10:52 AM JST - 30th December

what "Beat" Takeshi offers on any level

Well, based on what I've seen of his movies (actor, director, writer, editor -- http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001429/), his interviews (print and film, i.e.: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P21nx7il5u0), various books (humor, commentary, short stories, poetry, novels, autobiography, sports, art), his tv shows *(comedy, news, commentary, education, drama -- "Ano…

Posted in Tojo drama starring Takeshi draws 12.1% rating on Christmas eve at 10:52 AM JST - 30th December
artster at 08:46 PM JST - 27th December

senseless variety show where you wear the uni grad hat and gown

"Coma University Mathematics" entertains with and encourages an interest in math; not an easy feat!

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A 4 1/2-hour exploration of war shown on a holiday is a call for audiences to think about the past and future.…

Posted in Tojo drama starring Takeshi draws 12.1% rating on Christmas eve at 08:46 PM JST - 27th December
artster at 02:06 AM JST - 22nd December

I always thought Beat Takeshi ran Japan...

He ought to run the country -- a thinking man with imagination, a sense of individuality, creativity and drive.

Posted in Aso has dinner with Beat Takeshi at 02:06 AM JST - 22nd December
artster at 02:59 AM JST - 21st December

Japan Today commentators: "Best Humorists"

Posted in Koto Tokyo Lightopia at 02:59 AM JST - 21st December