Nobuhiko Obayashi, celebrated for his cult classic House, has a diverse filmography that extends into the deeply personal and visually inventive works of the 1980s. A retrospective titled Obayashi '80s at Japan Society in New York City, from February 7 to 14, 2025, highlights six of his lesser-seen films. Among them, the Onomichi Trilogy—including I Are You, You Am Me, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, and Lonely Heart—demonstrates Obayashi's talent for blending youthful themes with dreamlike storytelling, ultimately expanding the boundaries of the coming-of-age genre, high-concept fantasy, and genre experimentation.
Obayashi's Onomichi Trilogy-exemplified by I Are You, You Am Me, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, and Lonely Heart-blends youthful exuberance with surreal storytelling, revolutionizing the coming-of-age genre.
This tribute curated by Japan Society showcases Obayashi's exploration of personal narratives and high-concept fantasy in his filmography, providing a fresh lens on his often-overlooked creative period.
Obayashi never stopped reinventing the language of cinema, and this rare retrospective allows audiences to experience the vibrant nostalgia of his work in the '80s.
With films like Lonely Heart and I Are You, You Am Me, Obayashi transforms themes of love and identity, crafting an emotional landscape that resonates with universal feelings.
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