The Chicago Japan Film Collective is beyond excited to announce that Backstreet Cinema Series Vol. 2 will feature two very special guests on December 14: Ed Godziszewski and Steve Ryfle — the world’s leading experts on director Honda Ishirō, the legendary filmmaker behind Godzilla and some of Toho’s most iconic works.After our in-theater screening of Ishirō Honda: Memoirs of a Film Director, stick around for a lively, post-screening panel with Ed and Steve. With a moderator guiding the conversation, we’ll dive into Honda’s creative vision, his collaborations across decades, and the cinematic legacy that continues to inspire filmmakers around the world.And yes — we’re keeping most of the details secret so you can enjoy the surprise and energy of the moment. Trust us, fans of Honda and Godzilla won’t want to miss this!12月14日、Ed Godziszewski 氏 & Steve Ryfle 氏が登壇！路地裏シネマシリーズ第2弾（12月14日）では、本多猪四郎監督研究の第一人者である Ed Godziszewski 氏 と Steve Ryfle 氏 を特別ゲストにお迎えします。『Ishirō Honda: Memoirs of a Film Director』上映後には、モデレーターを交えたポスト・スクリーニングパネルを開催。 本多監督の創作、影響力、作品の魅力について、専門家ならではの視点でお話しいただきます。パネル後には、著作の販売＆サイン会も予定しています。 本多監督ファンにとって見逃せない貴重な機会です。12月14日、ぜひ FACETS にてご参加ください！
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