Question 1

Which critic praised 'Fire Festival' as one of the finest Japanese films in recent years?

Accepted Answer

In a 1988 New York Times review, Vincent Canby called it 'one of the finest films to be made here in recent years.'

Question 2

What recurring image does Vincent Canby highlight in his review of 'Fire Festival'?

Accepted Answer

Canby noted a series of images that are initially funny but become increasingly disturbing as the film progresses.

Question 3

Which film festivals featured 'Fire Festival' in 1985?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Cannes Film Festival, Edinburgh International Film Festival, New York Film Festival, and Locarno International Film Festival in 1985.

Question 4

Who plays the protagonist Tatsuo in 'Fire Festival'?

Accepted Answer

Kin'ya Kitaôji portrays Tatsuo, a reverent lumberjack who opposes a marine park development.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in 'Fire Festival'?

Accepted Answer

Tatsuo, a lumberjack, seeks to disrupt plans for a marine park on his family land and promotes his traditions in reactionary ways.

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