Monster

Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda
Starring Sakura Ando, Eita Nagayama, Soya Kurokawa, Hinata Hiiragi.

When her son Minato starts to behave strangely, Saori suspects that there is something wrong. Hearing that one of his teachers is responsible, she confronts the teacher and school admin. The truth is revealed to be more complex from the perspectives of not only Saori, but also the teacher and Minato.

Introduced by Akemi Yokochi-Cottee from the Department of Languages and Cultures at Chester University.

Akemi is a dedicated Japanese and English language teacher with a Masters degree in TESOL from Lancaster University. She is passionate about inspiring language acquisition and has been teaching both privately and at various institutions. Born and raised in Japan. She is also a Reiki master who enjoys tai-chi and music.

*Join us for the opening night reception after the film sponsored by VAIN. A free drink with your ticket stub.