Honda Documentary Now Streaming Nationwide
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The Chicago Japan Film Collective (CJFC) is delighted to announce that the online screening of Ishiro Honda: Memoirs of a Film Director is now officially live. The film will be available nationwide from December 12 through December 21, allowing audiences across the U.S. to experience this rare and insightful documentary.
Directed by Jonathan Bellés, the film offers an intimate look at Ishiro Honda, the visionary behind Godzilla (1954) and a lifelong creative partner to Akira Kurosawa. Through interviews, archival materials, and personal reflections, the documentary traces Honda’s formative experiences, cinematic philosophy, wartime memories, and enduring influence on global film culture.
Online Screening Details
Streaming Window: December 12–21
Ticket Sales: Begin on December 12 (first day of streaming)
Viewing Window: 48 hours after clicking “Watch Now”
Watch Page: https://watch.cjfc.us/ishiro-honda-memoirs-of-a-film-director
This nationwide online screening offers an invaluable opportunity for viewers beyond Chicago — including Godzilla enthusiasts, classic film lovers, and students of Japanese cinema — to engage with Honda’s remarkable legacy.