Podcasts about Hikari

Interview with Big Mike out of NYC

OG Tiny Love out of NYC. Inteviewed by Hikari Miller

Hikari speaks with Will Sharpe on her latest film Rental Family. They discuss the nuances of cross-cultural directing, collaborating through improvisation, filming on location, and casting Brendan Fraser.

It's always a good day to enjoy the Brenaissanse! On today's episode, we're discussing Hikari's new film about loneliness, transactions, and the dicey line between right and wrong -- Rental Family! Along the way, we discuss Steph's phobia of immersive theatre, Alex's uncanny resemblance to a certain heroic actor, and the ever-present nightmare of trying to balance an acting career with a survival job. Head to our PATREON to watch video episodes, hear weekly discussion episodes, and more!

In Rental Family, the new Tokyo-set drama starring Brendan Fraser, writer-director Hikari poses the question: “Can fantasies and fictions ever fill the gaps left in our lives by the people we miss; the things that we long for?” It's a question the filmmaker – real name Mitsuyo Miyazaki – sets up and then resists answering in any declarative way. Instead, the film – about a washed-up American actor named Phillip who begins playing roles in the lives of strangers – treads around the topic with curiosity and empathy. Loneliness and loss, this drama seems to say, are a part of life, and sometimes we as a species go to unusual lengths in search of a balm for that pain. That's not necessarily healthy. It's not necessarily unhealthy either. It's just something that we do. And it leads to phenomena like “rental families” – a concept that really does exist in Japan, in which actors perform the role of a loved one in exchange for a fee. In today's spoiler conversation, Hikari – a former dancer and rap photographer, best known in film and TV for her work on the Netflix series Beef – joins Al to discuss what the growth of rental families in her home country of Japan says about where we're at as a society. The filmmaker breaks down how she translated the universal loneliness epidemic that the rental family industry is testament to, into this beautifully understated tale.Script Apart is hosted by Al Horner and produced by Kamil Dymek. Follow us on Instagram, or email us on thescriptapartpodcast@gmail.com.To get ad-free episodes and exclusive content, join us on Patreon.Get coverage on your screenplay by visiting ScriptApart.com/coverage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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De Michel Delage an d'Valerija Berdi beschwätzen: "La Cache" (Lionel Baier), "Return to Silent Hill" (Christophe Gans), "Rental Family" (Hikari) a "Le Chant des forêts" (Vincent Munier).

Neue Podcast‑Episode: Send Help, Rental Family, Wonder Man & FALLOUT S02E07 – unsere ausführliche Analyse In der aktuellen Podcast‑Episode widmen wir uns vier spannenden Titeln aus der Film‑ und Serienwelt, die derzeit für viel Gesprächsstoff sorgen. Mit „Send Help“ präsentiert Sam Raimi erneut seine unverwechselbare Handschrift, während „Rental Family“ von Hikari ein emotionales Drama mit ungewöhnlicher Prämisse liefert. Dazu werfen wir einen Blick auf die neue Marvel‑Serie „Wonder Man“ auf Disney+ sowie auf die neueste Folge der zweiten Staffel von FALLOUT, die das postapokalyptische Universum weiter ausbaut. Send Help – Sam Raimis neuer Genre‑Mix Der Film kombiniert Mystery, Thriller und emotionale Charakterentwicklung. Rachel McAdams und Dylan O'Brien tragen die Geschichte mit intensiven Performances, während Raimi typische Spannungselemente und visuelle Akzente setzt. Rental Family – ein Drama über Nähe, Identität und Rollen Hikari erzählt die Geschichte eines Mannes, der professionelle „Mietfamilien“ engagiert, um emotionale Leere zu füllen. Brendan Fraser, Takehiro Hira und Mari Yamamoto liefern starke, nuancierte Darstellungen in einem Film, der soziale Isolation und menschliche Sehnsucht thematisiert. Wonder Man – Marvels neuer Serienheld Die Serie auf Disney+ begleitet Simon Williams alias Wonder Man, gespielt von Yahya Abdul‑Mateen II. Mit Ben Kingsley an seiner Seite verbindet die Serie Superhelden‑Action mit Hollywood‑Satire und erweitert das MCU um eine frische Perspektive. FALLOUT Staffel 2, Episode 7 – die Welt der Ödlande wächst Die neue Folge führt die Handlung der zweiten Staffel konsequent weiter und vertieft die Konflikte zwischen Vault‑Bewohnern, Fraktionen und Überlebenden. Fans der Spiele kommen dank Atmosphäre, Humor und Weltaufbau voll auf ihre Kosten. In der Episode analysieren wir Storytelling, Figurenentwicklung, Regiearbeit und die Bedeutung dieser Titel für Film‑ und Serienfans. Perfekt für alle, die wissen wollen, was sich wirklich lohnt. Timecodes: 00:00:00 Einleitung 00:01:50 Send Help 00:21:30 Wir tippen den nächsten Sneakfilm 00:23:50 Kinocharts und Neustarts der Woche 00:26:48 Rental Family 00:37:06 Wonder Man 00:48:27 Neue FALLOUT Episode S02E07 "The Handoff" 00:57:21 Ausklang

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I filmen Rental Family spelar Brendan Fraser en amerikan i Tokyo som tar jobb på ett företag där man hyr ut skådespelare till privatpersoner. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radios app. P1 Kulturs Björn Jansson har pratat med den Oscarsbelönade skådespelaren och regissören HIKARI om ensamheten i Tokyo, som närmast kan beskrivas som en epidemi, och lösningen, att hyra en människa. Och så om de egna minnena från uppväxten som regissören och manusförfattaren HIKARI skrivit in i filmen.

Amanda Romares nya roman om parförhållandets utmaningar har skapat debatt. Vad är det med boken som provocerar så och hur står den sig som litteratur? Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radios app. Författaren Caroline Ringskog Ferrada-Noli och skribenten Dante Löfmarck, två av dem som deltagit i debatten, gästar P1 kultur för att diskutera boken.VARFÖR GÅR DANSK FILM MYCKET BÄTTRE ÄN SVENSK?Svensk film går rekorddåligt på bio – men i Danmark är det precis tvärtom. Där slog de inhemska filmerna biorekord förra året. Varför går det så bra för dansk film, och vad är det danskarna gör som inte svenskarna gör? P1 kultur undersöker saken med hjälp av två svenska filmskapare som utbildat sig och verkat i Danmark: Isabella Eklöf och Milad Alami, och med danska filminstitutets fiktionschef Malene Blenkov.HÄR ÄR TEATERVÅRENS PÄRLOR OCH TRENDERSverigebilder, nakenchocker, Nils Holgersson och Folke Filbyter. P1 kulturs teaterkritiker Jenny Teleman guidar i vårens scenkonstutbud.BRENDAN FRASER SKILDRAR ENSAMHET I NY FILMI filmen Rental Family, som har biopremiär imorgon, spelar Oscarsbelönade skådespelaren Brendan Fraser spelar en arbetslös skådespelare i Tokyo, som en dag får ett annorlunda uppdrag. Han kontaktas av ett företag som vill att han spelar pappa till en dotter som aldrig sett sin far, och det handlar inte om en filminspelning...Björn Jansson fick en pratstund med Brendan Fraser och regissören HIKARI.VARFÖR TYSTADES ZELDA FITZGERALD?Hon blev en symbol för jazzåldern, men senare också för modernismens tystade kvinnor. Legenderna om Zelda Fitzgerald är många och Katarina Wikars kryssar mellan myterna och sorgerna i dagens OBS-essä.Programledare: Saman BakhtiariProducent: Karin Arbsjö

The first in-studio Empire Podcast of the year, following hot on the heels of our triumphant live episode at Kings Place, sees Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer, and John Nugent get together to discuss their New Year's resolutions and define what 'cinema' means for them in 2026; review 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, The Rip, and Rental Family, and discuss the week's movie news. Guest-wise, Chris has lovely chats with two twosomes — Ralph Fiennes and Chi Lewis-Parry (yes, back for more after the live show, even if this was recorded months before the live show) from 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, and Rental Family's star/director duo, Brendan Fraser and Hikari. Oh, and James tells a joke. Enjoy!

Hope Hopkinson talks to director HIKARI. about her new film, Rental Family, in cinemas now.  Brendan Fraser plays a down-and-out actor living in Tokyo is hired as a token American guy for a Japanese rental-family company, leading him on an unexpected journey of self-discovery through the roles he plays in other people's lives. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow us on Spotify. Find us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram with @picturehouses. Find our latest cinema listings at picturehouses.com.  Produced by Stripped Media. Thank you for listening. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, rate, review and share with your friends. Vive le Cinema.

Director Hikari (Beef, Tokyo Vice) joins The Filmmakers Podcast to discuss her new film Rental Family and working with Brendan Fraser. In this inspiring interview, Hikari breaks down her unique journey with Dom Lenoir to chat her journey from stunt extra to award-winning director. She discusses the process of crafting the visual language for the hit Netflix series Beef (directing the pilot), working with Michael Mann on Tokyo Vice, and the emotional journey of making Rental Family. We dive deep into directing actors across different languages, the "fake family" rental phenomenon in Japan, and how she transitioned from her indie breakout 37 Seconds to major studio projects. Topics discussed: Directing Brendan Fraser in his first major role since The Whale. How she set the visual tone for Netflix's Beef. The cultural differences between filming in Tokyo vs. Hollywood. Writing Rental Family during the pandemic. Advice for filmmakers on finding their unique voice. Rental Family is OUT in CINEMAS NOW PLUS Giles and Dom discuss this years awards season contenders and the dark horses who might just get a nod. We are primarily an audio podcast so for more interviews like thisplease head to www.thefilmmakerspodcast.com. Do subscribe and give a nice review. Why not. Links FOOD FOR THOUGHT documentary out NOW | Watch it FREE HERE. A documentary exploring the rapid growth and uptake of the veganlifestyle around the world. – And if you enjoyed the film, please take amoment to share & rate it on your favourite platforms. Every review& every comment helps us share the film's important message withmore people. Your support makes a difference! Help us out and Subscribe, listen and review us on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts but more importantly, tell your pals about this podcast. Thank you! PODCAST MERCH Get your very own Tees, Hoodies, on-set water bottles, mugs and more MERCH. https://my-store-11604768.creator-spring.com/   COURSES Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/   PATREON Big thank you to: Serena Gardner Mark Hammett Lee Hutchings Marli J Monroe Karen Newman Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com   CREDITS The Filmmakers Podcast is written, produced and edited by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative  Theme Music by John J. Harvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our latest guest on Soundtracking is Hikari, co-writer and director of the heartwarming comedy drama, Rental Family. Starring Brendan Fraser, it tells tells the story of an American actor based in Japan, who takes a job with an agency that provides stand-in family members for strangers. Rental Family is score by Jonsi & Alex Somers of Sigur Ros fame - and quite beautifully too!SocialsSoundtracking On InstagramEdith's InstagramSoundtracking Extra On Youtube

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De Película ofrece un abanico de propuestas que van del drama musical con Song Sung Blue: Canción para dos al cine de autor más arriesgado, la ópera prima de la actriz estadounidense Kristen Stewart, su título, La cronología del agua.Dos de las películas más destacadas de la cartelera y de Película son, Nouvelle Vague, dirigida por Richard Linklater, con la que viaja en el tiempo para llevarnos a 1959 cuando Jean-Luc Godard rodó ‘Al final de la escapada’. Toda una carta de amor que Linlklater rinde a los orígenes del movimiento francés, que cambió el lenguaje del cine. La otra película es Familia de alquiler, de la directora y guionista Hikari, no es ficción, es realidad, es el retrato de un negocio muy popular en Japón: el de las "familias de alquiler yes el ganador del Óscar Brendan Fraser quien da vida al protagonista y al que podemos escuchar en el programa.Una película que no encontramos todavía en cartelera y nos adelantamos a su estreno es Belén. Dolores Fonzi se pone detrás y delante de la cámara para dar vida a Belén, su segundo largometraje que lleva el nombre de la mujer que fue encarcelada tras sufrir un aborto espontáneo. Su caso, seguido muy de cerca por organizaciones como Amnistía Internacional, se convirtió en símbolo de la lucha de miles de mujeres argentinas por el derecho a decidir, Es Dolores Fonzi quien pasa por nuestros micrófonos para contarnos este caso real.Todo esto además de las series con Pedro Calvo, Ana Vega Toscano nos lleva al mundo de la dama del crimen y la reina del suspense, la gran Agatha Christie, medio siglo se cumple de su muerte el próximo 12 de enero, y las secciones habituales.Escuchar audio

En el podcast hablamos de los titulares de la edición 2702 del 9 al 15 de enero de 2026 del Semanario ZETAEl "error" de 800 mil pesos de Ang "sacude" a Morena. Más de un millón de sardinas muertas, Presa Rodríguez contaminada. Extorsiones y quemas del narco sin control. Maduro y la "Conexión México"En la recomendación de cine, Familia en renta, protagonizada por Brendan Fraser y dirigida y escrita por Hikari. Los detalles en la edición impresa del Semanario ZETA y en nuestro sitio web www.zetatijuana.com

"De película" ofrece un abanico de propuestas que van del drama musical con 'Song Sung Blue: Canción para dos'' al cine de autor más arriesgado, la ópera prima de la actriz estadounidense Kristen Stewart, su título, La cronología del agua'.Dos de las películas más destacadas de la cartelera son 'Nouvelle Vague', dirigida por Richard Linklater, con la que viaja en el tiempo para llevarnos a 1959 cuando Jean-Luc Godard rodó ‘Al final de la escapada’. Toda una carta de amor que Linlklater rinde a los orígenes del movimiento francés, que cambió el lenguaje del cine. La otra película es 'Familia de alquiler', de la directora y guionista Hikari, no es ficción, es realidad, es el retrato de un negocio muy popular en Japón: el de las "familias de alquiler yes el ganador del Óscar Brendan Fraser quien da vida al protagonista y al que podemos escuchar en el programa.Una película que no encontramos todavía en cartelera y nos adelantamos a su estreno es 'Belén'. Dolores Fonzi se pone detrás y delante de la cámara para dar vida a Belén, su segundo largometraje que lleva el nombre de la mujer que fue encarcelada tras sufrir un aborto espontáneo. Su caso, seguido muy de cerca por organizaciones como Amnistía Internacional, se convirtió en símbolo de la lucha de miles de mujeres argentinas por el derecho a decidir. Es Dolores Fonzi quien pasa por nuestros micrófonos para contarnos este caso real.Todo esto además de las series con Pedro Calvo, Ana Vega Toscano nos lleva al mundo de la dama del crimen y la reina del suspense, la gran Agatha Christie, medio siglo se cumple de su muerte el próximo 12 de enero, y las secciones habituales.Escuchar audio

Um dos destaques do circuito de cinemas nesta quinta, 08, é Família de Aluguel, coprodução Japão-EUA. Estrelado pelo vencedor do Oscar Brendan Fraser, o drama, com pitadas de comédia, segue um ator americano em Tóquio que consegue um emprego incomum: trabalhar para uma agência japonesa de "parentes de aluguel". No contato com os clientes ele cria laços genuínos e moralmente complexos que borram as linhas entre a performance e a realidade.Dirigido por Hikari, o projeto fez sua première mundial no Festival de Toronto. Além disso, foi premiado no National Board of Review como um dos 10 melhores títulos do ano de 2025. Neste episódio do podcast Papo de Cinema, Robledo Milani e Cecilia Barroso falam sobre Família de Aluguel.

On this episode, Megan and Shadan discuss Hikari's new film RENTAL FAMILY, starring a charming Brendan Fraser! Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become a Member today to get exclusive bonus content! Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

Rental Family explores the unique phenomena of Japanese rental family agencies through an underemployed American actor living in Tokyo. Anchored by Brendan Fraser’s empathetic performance, Rental Family explores the lyricism of loneliness and the solace we can find in connection. Joining Larry to talk about Rental Family are director and co-writer of the film HIKARI and lead actor Brendan Fraser. Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency .

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 462 from Feburary 2024 featuring writer and director Jade Halley Bartlett who talks about making her feature Millers Girl starring Martin Freeman and Jeana Ortega. I thought this was a good match for Hikari since they are both successful directors with movies starring movie stars! After that we play another round of You're the expert, enjoy! Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-movies-is-hard-the-struggles-of-indie-filmmaking/id1006416952 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week we welcome writer/director Hikari on the show to talk her latest film Rental Family, starring Branden Fraser, how she came up with the story for the film and the process to get it made. We also talked about her earlier career, making her first feature and directing episodes of Tokyo Vice and BEEF. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-movies-is-hard-the-struggles-of-indie-filmmaking/id1006416952 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full podcast review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture For this week's second podcast review, Josh Parham and Nadia Dalimonte join me to review and discuss the latest film from Hikari, "Rental Family," starring Brendan Fraser, Takehiro Hira, Mari Yamamoto, Shannon Mahina Gorman, and Akira Emoto. The comedy-drama film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival to a warm reception, with praise for Fraser's performance, and Hikari's direction and writing (co-written with Stephen Blahut). What did we think of this sentimental film? Was it too sweet or just the right amount to capture our hearts? Please tune in as we discuss the performances, writing, direction, its awards season prospects, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Director Hikari joined IndieWire's Jim Hemphill to discuss her new comedic drama, staring Brendan Frasier as an actor hired to be a friend and companion to a family in Japan. Hikari explains the fascinating real phenomenon behind the film, and how she achieved her exquisitely subtle emotional storytelling. Listen to the Screen Talk Podcast. Every Friday IndieWire editors Anne Thompson & Ryan Lattanzio break down insider news from Hollywood and debate the latest films and series. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indiewire-screen-talk/id893977298 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Song Sung Blue” star Kate Hudson discusses her journey alongside Hugh Jackman in the film, in addition to her earliest influences, her favorite collaborations and the type of movie she would consider filming with her mother. Then, “Rental Family” star Brendan Fraser about his role in Hikari's dramedy and teases where he thinks his "The Mummy" character would be today. On the Roundtable, everyone saw “Wicked for Good,” and they all have thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave makes karaage for special guest, Hikari, director of 'Beef', 'Tokyo Vice', and now her new movie 'Rental Family'. Hikari and Dave discuss why Osaka is so unique, the idiosyncrasies of Japanese life as seen by both of them while living in Japan, and even a little about the dark underside of such an amazing country. Dave also answers an Ask Dave about knives and asks some inappropriate dinner conversations to his producer Young David. Follow Hikari on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehikarism/?hl=en Watch Rental Family at a theater near you: https://www.searchlightpictures.com/rental-family Watch Beef: https://www.netflix.com/title/81447461?source=35&fromWatch=true Watch Tokyo Vice: https://www.hbomax.com/shows/tokyo-vice/e7d93204-7f98-4e62-ab52-6c1da053f942?utm_source=universal_search Learn more about Cuckoo Rice Cookers: https://cuckooamerica.com/collections/rice-cookers?srsltid=AfmBOoqKKH6idxt7URkt0WRD9tmKwN00UphoWNeBAX7HdTA2oCmsEMw0 Learn more about Otafuku: https://www.instagram.com/otafuku_restaurant/?hl=en Learn more about the movie Chef: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2883512/ Learn more about WUSTHOF Knives: https://wusthof.com/ Learn more about Henckels: https://www.henckels.com/us Send in your Ask Dave questions to bit.ly/AskDaveForm or askdave@majordomomedia.com. Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedavechangshow. Subscribe to Recipe Club on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recipeclubofficial. Submit your favorite food moments in your favorite movies to majorfoodporn.com. Join our community Discord on majordomo.com. Host: Dave Chang Guest: Hikari Majordomo Media Producer: David Meyer Majordomo Media Coordinator: Molly O'Keeffe  Spotify Producer: Felipe Guilhermino Additional Crew: Jake Loskutoff and Nikola Stanjevich Editor: Stefano Sanchez Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Travis Hopson reviews Brendan Fraser in RENTAL FAMILY, opening in theaters on November 21st!SYNOPSIS: Set against modern-day Tokyo, “Rental Family follows an American actor (Fraser) who struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese “rental family” agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. As he immerses himself in his clients' worlds, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the quiet beauty of human connection.All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube:    / @punchdrunkcritics1  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter:   / pdcmovies  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook:   / pdcmovies  You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!#BrendanFraser #RentalFamily #Japan

"Rental Family" is a comedy-drama film directed by Hikari, who co-wrote the script with Stephen Blahut, starring Brendan Fraser, Takehiro Hira, Mari Yamamoto, Shannon Mahina Gorman, and Akira Emoto. The film premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its direction, writing, and heartwarming performances. Hikari and Emoto were both kind enough to spend a few minutes speaking with Ema Sasic and Giovanni Lago, respectively, about their work and experiences making the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is scheduled to be released in the United States by Searchlight Pictures on November 21st. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the new film "Rental Family," Brendan Fraser stars as an American actor who finds a job acting out roles in the lives of strangers in Japan. Fraser and director HIKARI discuss the film, in theaters November 21.

It's no lie that Brendan Fraser is undergoing a career renaissance, and rightly so, as his Oscar-wining performance in The Whale demonstrated, and who may have surpassed that performance here.RENTAL FAMILY103 Minutes, Rated PG-13Written by Hikari, Stephen BlahutDirected by HikariSynopsis:An American actor in Tokyo struggling to find purpose lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese "rental family" agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. He rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the beauty of human connection.Have a listen as the guys discuss this one.~~~~~You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com.Please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW us on:Facebook (@vsmoviepodcast) (https://facebook.com/vsmoviepodcast)X (@vsmoviepodcast) (https://x.com/vsmoviepodcast)Instagram (@visuallystunningmoviepodcast) (https://instagram.com/visuallystunningmoviepodcast)Threads (@visuallystunningmoviepodcast) (https://threads.net/@visuallystunningmoviepodcast)BlueSky (@vsmoviepodcast.bsky.social) (https://bsky.app/profile/vsmoviepodcast.bsky.social)YouTube (@visuallystunningmoviepodcast) (https://youtube.com/visuallystunningmoviepodcast)Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our audio wherever you listen to podcasts (https://shows.acast.com/vsmoviepodcast).And please, if you like what we do, consider helping us keep on entertaining you. Find out how on our Contact/Support page (https://VSMoviePodcast.com/Contact-VSMP/). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I'm bringing you two exceptional guests. With the much-anticipated nationwide release of feature film Rental Family on November 21, my first interview is with the Japanese co-writer and director Hikari! Her latest creation has already garnered a 97% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and I feel that it's one of the best films that I've seen in years. I'll go out on a limb and predict that Brendan Fraser will be nominated for Best Actor in a Lead Role, Hikari will get the nod for Best Director and/or Best Original Story, and Rental Family will be nominated for Best Picture. My main interview is with South Asian American music prodigy Neil Nayyar, who is the current world record holder for playing 130+ musical instruments from all over the globe. You'll get to know how he discovered his innate gifts and abilities, and even though he loves it, how hard he keeps working to improve his prowess on all these diverse instruments. And I doubt that you'll be surprised when he tells you about the new musical skillset he began developing during the COVID shutdown. You can learn about his 2024 debut album "Breaking Barriers" and his 2024 illustrated book "Passion to Exploration of 107 Sound Machines" by visiting www.neilnayyar.com. #rentalfamilymovie #breakingbarriers

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com Replace guesswork with data and make your ads pay for themselves.In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Hikari of Omneky, an AI-powered platform that turns creative and performance data into higher return on ad spend across every major channel. Based in the Bay Area and building in AI since 2018, Hikari shares a clear, human take on what to do now, what to ignore, and how to use agents and automation without losing your brand.We cover:Why AI is unavoidable and how to stay current without overwhelm.How to vet AI consultants, avoid weak proofs of concept, and set sensible ROI tests.Getting found by LLMs: content quality, citations, and brand signals models actually weight.What Omneky does differently: data-driven creative, full visibility and control, and true omnichannel testing that lifts ROAS.Agents, security, and the near future of work for small and mid-sized teams.If you run ads or plan to, this one will save you money and focus your efforts where they convert.Learn more about Omneky here - https://www.omneky.com/#Connect with Hikari on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hisenju/If you're interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.Send me a personal text message - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comSupport the show

Today's episode features Chris Clever, the President of Hikari Sales USA, and Eric Triplett discussing the subject of aquatic fish food and fish husbandry. Clever asserts that most fish foods prioritize marketing over nutritional research, contrasting this with Hikari's extensive research and development process, which can take years and includes a dedicated research lab in Japan. The discussion explains how poor-quality food impacts fish health and water quality due to undigested waste and also covers the importance of feeding frequency, proper pellet size, and the company's preference for frozen food supplements over live foods due to contamination risks. Furthermore, Clever provides a brief history of the Hikari brand, which originated in the late 1800s by raising carp as food fish, and highlights the Saki-Hikari line as a top innovation featuring beneficial probiotics. Key Takeaways: Prioritize food based on nutritional research and scientific development rather than focusing only on marketing stories. Feed fish small amounts of food multiple times throughout the day to maintain an optimized metabolism. Select the smallest size pellet your fish will accept to increase the surface area available for digestion. Avoid mixing different brands of fish food, as this disrupts the carefully balanced nutritional profile of a quality diet. Invest in both a high-quality fish food and an effective water conditioner to reduce long-term maintenance issues and enjoy your hobby more.

In this week's episode of Going Back to Smallville, we're taking a detour from Kansas and heading to Metropolis for a deep dive into Superman Returns (2006). From Brandon Routh's quiet strength to Lex's land-grab of doom, we're revisiting the film that tried to carry the legacy of Christopher Reeve into a new era. Did it work? Was the world ready for Superman's return… or had it already moved on? Join us as we unpack the emotional weight, the iconic plane rescue, and that piano scene — and ask the ultimate question: Was it actually good?GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME HERE

In this week's episode of Going Back to Smallville, we're diving into one of the most baffling hours of the entire series. From weird plot choices to character decisions that made us yell at the screen, this one had it all — and not in a good way. But somewhere under the chaos, there's still heart, Kryptonian drama, and that unmistakable early-2000s CW charm. Let's unpack what went wrong, what still works, and why Kara Zor-El deserved way more than this.GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME HERE

In the Season 7 finale of Smallville, everything changes. Lex Luthor discovers the truth about Clark, confronts him in the Fortress of Solitude, and makes a decision that collapses not just a crystal palace — but the very heart of the show. As Brainiac reveals his true face, Chloe is taken, Kara is lost, and Clark is left broken in more ways than one. This episode marks the end of Lex's journey… and the death of the Smallville we knew. Join us as we revisit the final chapter of Clark and Lex's brotherhood — and the moment Smallville grew up, whether it was ready or notGET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME HERE

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Vuelve un clásico, vuelve la ilusión, vuelve la carrera al Oscar. No te pierdas el estreno de la decimocuarta temporada de La Sexta Nominada, una introducción a las películas que protagonizarán la próxima carrera por el Oscar en su 98 edición. Dani Mantilla y Juan Sanguino hablan en la primera parte de este espacial de las películas de Yorgos Lanthimos, Joachim Trier, Luca Guadagnino, Paul Thomas Anderson, Noah Baumbach, Hikari, Chloé Zhao, Guillermo del Toro, Kathryn Bigelow, Ryan Coogler, Jon M. Chu, Josh Safdie, Richard Linklater, Scott Cooper, Kleber Mendonça Filho y Jafar Panahi. Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de La Sexta Nominada . Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/46194

One Battle After Another 1st reactions are in. Then we dive deep into the Venice Awards Winners & tally the ovations. Plus, we discuss the Toronto Film Festival Premieres including Knives Out 3, Brendan Fraser in Rental Family, Channing Tatum's Roofman, and Sydney Sweeney's Christy. One Battle After Another 1st Reactions - 1:34 VENICE AWARDS + More Venice 1st Reactions: Golden Lion to Father Mother Sister Brother - 6:37 Silver Lion to Benny Safdie, The Smashing Machine - 10:21 Volpi Cup Best Actress to Xin Zhilei, The Sun Rises On Us All - 12:03 Volpi Cup Best Actor to Paul Servillo, La Grazia - 14:02 Grand Jury Prize to The Voice of Hind Rajab + An Ovation Record? - 17:18 Special Jury Prize to Below The Clouds - 21:53 Best Screenplay to At Work - 22:46 Silent Friend wins 2 Awards - 23: 50 Kathyrn Bigelow's A House of Dynamite, it's Trailer & why M1 needs AMC A-List - 26:23 Gus Van Sant's Dead Man's Wire - 32:19 Julian Schnabel's In The Hand of Dante - 34:47 Mamoru Hosoda's Scarlet - 37:19 Venice Standing Ovations Tally - 38:23 TIFF PREMIERES: Reviewing The Reviewers Brendan Fraser in Hikari's Rental Family - 39:19 Channing Tatum & Kiersten Dunst in Roofman from Derek Cianfrance - 40:41 Fraser & Tatum's Oscar Chances - 41:36 Sydney Sweeney in David Michod's Christy + Oscar Chances - 43:55 Wake Up, Dead Man, it's new trailer + the 25 Film Best Picture Category Field - 46:15 John Candy: I Like Me Documentary + 1st Trailer - 51:13 Matthew McConnaughey & America Ferreira in The Lost Bus - 53:22 Russell Crowe gaining buzz from Nuremberg - 56:19 Hedda, starring Tessa Thompson - 58:08 OUTRO: More on fighting gophers (which are actually marmot groundhogs. Check our twitter for videos or google dancing marmot groundhogs). When you're done with that, please support our show with a positive rating, review, like, & subscribe. Please spread the good word about MMO to your family and friends, and hopefully you continue to look forward to the huge slate of upcoming Oscar contenders this fall. Plus, we should all continue to enjoy Paul Thomas Anderson and these fall film festivals. https://linktr.ee/mikemikeandoscar

Clark is captured by the last surviving member of Veritas, a secret society that believes Superman's power is too dangerous to exist. As Lex uncovers ancient clues hidden across the globe, Clark is forced onto a sacrificial altar, weakened by kryptonite and caught in a battle between destiny and destruction. With Chloe racing against time and Lex one step closer to unlocking the Traveler's secret, everything Clark's been fighting for is on the line. What happens when the people sworn to protect you… become the ones who fear you most?GET YOUR 30 DAY FREE TRIAL OF AMAZON PRIME HERE

Episode 142: Brad from Raw Genetics – Breeding Flavor, Building the Futurefeat. Brad, Founder of Raw Genetics This week, JP sits down with Brad, the mind behind Raw Genetics, a California-based breeder creating some of the most talked-about strains in the game. Brad's approach is simple but powerful—hunt for unique terp profiles, lock in stable genetics, and always aim for flower that smokes as good as it looks.From standout hits like Stuffed French Toast, White Zlushiez, Galaxy Glaze, Strawberry Strudel, Strawberry Fritter, & Zlushiez to the new wave he's building right now, like Zikigai, Zoju, and Hikari. Brad's work has found its way into grow rooms, jars, and conversations across the country. He breaks down how he selects parents, balances feminized and regular lines, and preserves heirloom genetics while still pushing fresh crosses that keep things exciting for growers and consumers alike.

Hikari Senju did something different. While everyone else was chasing VCs, he built Omneky to millions in revenue first. After seeing AI generate art at MIT, this Harvard CS grad knew the future. But when investors didn't bite in 2018 ("AI is vaporware," "advertising is too competitive"), he didn't give up. He bootstrapped. Two years. Living hand-to-mouth. Building real revenue. His philosophy: "Build a company that deserves capital." The result? When he finally raised money, he had leverage. He was selecting partners, not begging for checks. Three insights from our conversation that reinforce critical deal principles: Strategic exits: He took less money from his first sale to learn inside a funded startup. That buyer became his first investor in Omneky. The deserve capital test: Growing 3x with strong margins? Investment should be obvious. If not, keep building. Infinite game thinking: Every deal starts a relationship. Your vendor today might be your investor tomorrow. From selling art to grandma at 7 to serving Fortune 100s with AI. • • •FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE:https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/hikarisenju• • • FOR MORE ON HIKARI SENJULinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hisenju/Omneky: www.omneky.com FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFERhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast.Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today!

A story about preparation beating speed—when you know what's coming.For SaaS founders tired of rushing features to market—and wondering if there's a smarter way to build lasting competitive advantage.Most SaaS companies don't fail because they move too slow. They fail because they chase shortcuts instead of building what customers actually value.Hikari Senju, CEO of Omneky, took a different path. The son of an artist with computer science training from Harvard, he focused on building real customer value while competitors rushed AI tools to market. He spent years perfecting return on ad spend and aesthetic quality that customers actually cared about. When AI quality finally improved in 2024, he was the only one delivering superior outcomes, and his signups grew 4x in one month.And this inspired me to invite Hikari to my podcast. We explore how understanding what customers actually value beats building impressive features. Hikari shares insights about why focusing on outcomes customers pay for eliminates vanity metrics, how "grow slow, grow real" keeps you from blowing it later, and why most founders optimize for what impresses other founders instead of what drives customer results. You'll discover the difference between building systems that work versus building features that sound clever.We also zoom in on two of the 10 traits that define remarkable software companies:They focus on the essenceThey acknowledge they can't please everyoneHikari's story is proof that traction often starts by doing what most others avoid.Here's one of Hikari's quotes that captures his build-real philosophy:"You can hustle and you can fake it till you make it only so far, but it's going to catch up to you. If you want to build a generation-defining company, then you have to focus on the basics. It's usually not just one hack or one thing. It's usually a million small things that you've assembled together in a way that works perfectly as a system and that is hard to replicate by a competitor, because it's built off all these teeny differentiations you've done because you've just thought way more deeply about this problem for a longer period of time."By listening to this episode, you'll learn:Why understanding what customers actually value beats building impressive features What "grow slow, grow real" means for founders chasing quick wins When building complete systems creates unbeatable advantages over feature buildersGuest Info Guest: Hikari Senju, CEO at OmnekyWebsite: https://www.omneky.com/

Guests Yoad Nevo - producer, mix engineer Waves Developer Paulee Bow Magical Synth Adventurer YouTube video version: https://www.youtube.com/live/V4wDD2E4IWA For preshow and Ad free version and much more: Patreon.com/sonicstate iZotope are offering some great music production tools at with great savings in a series of Flash Sales this Summer. If you're looking for a sizzling Summer deal - head over to iZotope.com and grab a bargain.     Komplete 15 bundles have everything you need to make the music that matters to you. With an unparalleled range of plugins designed to take your productions from start to finish, explore what's new in the latest version. 00:00:08 SHOW START 00:03:37 AD:Patreon 00:09:31 Hikari Stochastic Reverberator 00:21:12 Jellyfish Granular Plug-in 00:31:59 AD: Komplete 15 00:32:58 Virtual SY-77 00:45:15 Sample Slicer MKIII 00:54:19 Disting NT Open The Open Source Gates Where to Watch/Listen - We now stream the live show to Youtube Live, Twitch,  Facebook Live as well as at  Sonicstate.com/live every Weds at 4pm UK time- please do join in. Preshow available on Twitch. You can also download the audio version from RSS FEED 

I popped on today to plan, prep, and cook for my gal pal's dinner party. Of course, I wasn't prepared, and my mini chopper would not work, but… We prepped some great dishes for my ladies' dinner party.The Menu* Bootleggers - the Minnesota Cocktail* Miso Glazed Salmon (exclusive Substack recipe here)* Roasted Potatoes with a garlic scape, basil pesto drizzle on a bed of yogurt cream (1/3 cup cottage cheese - 1/3 cup whole fat Greek yogurt- 1/4 cup chopped pickles - 1/4 cup feta cheese, 3 Tbsp Feta brine, one teaspoon kosher salt, blended until smooth) * Roasted Pepper and white bean salad with basil and balsamic (exclusive Substack recipe here)* Green salad with hard-boiled eggs and lemon vinaigrette* Zukes and Squash gratin (Recipe from True North Cabin Cookbook Vol. 1)* Plum Fruit BuckleMiso Glazed SalmonIngredients:* 8 (4-6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets, about 1-inch thick* 2 teaspoons Kosher salt* Freshly ground black pepper* 3 Tbsp honey* 1/4 cup Hikari minute miso* 3 Tbsp rice wine vinegar* 3 teaspoons soy sauce* 1 garlic clove, grated on a microplane* 1 teaspoon ground gingerInstructions:Preheat oven to BroilIn a small bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, honey, miso, vinegar, soy, garlic, and ginger.Arrange the salmon skin side down on a sheet pan.Brush the mixture over the salmon. Let marinate for 20 minutes while the oven comes to temperature.Broil until the salmon is opaque and cooked through and the glaze is toasted, about 6 minutes. Internal temperature should be about 135-140Roasted Pepper and White Bean Salad with Basil and BalsamicIngredients:4 peppers2 cans of cannellini beans, drained1/3 cup Basil leaves torn into pieces1/3 cup olive oil3 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar2 Tbsp lemon juice2 teaspoons lemon zest2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon cracked black pepperInstructions:Roast 4 peppers -Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Place 4 whole bell peppers (any color) on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 35 to 40 minutes, rotating halfway through, until the peppers are blackened and collapsed. Remove the peppers from the oven and let them cool. Carefully peel away the skins and discard the core and seeds. Pull into 1/4 inch stripsDrain beans and add to peppers in a large bowlTear Basil and add to bowlMix the vinaigrette and add to the beansLet sit for 30 minutes at room temperature, marinating before servingVariations to consider:* Adding feta or small mozzarella balls* Subbing oregano for Basil leavesHere is how the dishes came outThese were the flowers I added from my Home Garden.Thank you to everyone who tuned in to my live video! I will plan for more live videos if you enjoyed it.Stephanie's Dish Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stephaniehansen.substack.com/subscribe

I popped on today to plan, prep, and cook for my gal pal's dinner party. Of course, I wasn't prepared, and my mini chopper would not work, but… We prepped some great dishes for my ladies' dinner party.The Menu* Bootleggers - the Minnesota Cocktail* Miso Glazed Salmon (exclusive Substack recipe here)* Roasted Potatoes with a garlic scape, basil pesto drizzle on a bed of yogurt cream (1/3 cup cottage cheese - 1/3 cup whole fat Greek yogurt- 1/4 cup chopped pickles - 1/4 cup feta cheese, 3 Tbsp Feta brine, one teaspoon kosher salt, blended until smooth) * Roasted Pepper and white bean salad with basil and balsamic (exclusive Substack recipe here)* Green salad with hard-boiled eggs and lemon vinaigrette* Zukes and Squash gratin (Recipe from True North Cabin Cookbook Vol. 1)* Plum Fruit BuckleMiso Glazed SalmonIngredients:* 8 (4-6-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets, about 1-inch thick* 2 teaspoons Kosher salt* Freshly ground black pepper* 3 Tbsp honey* 1/4 cup Hikari minute miso* 3 Tbsp rice wine vinegar* 3 teaspoons soy sauce* 1 garlic clove, grated on a microplane* 1 teaspoon ground gingerInstructions:Preheat oven to BroilIn a small bowl, whisk together the salt, pepper, honey, miso, vinegar, soy, garlic, and ginger.Arrange the salmon skin side down on a sheet pan.Brush the mixture over the salmon. Let marinate for 20 minutes while the oven comes to temperature.Broil until the salmon is opaque and cooked through and the glaze is toasted, about 6 minutes. Internal temperature should be about 135-140Roasted Pepper and White Bean Salad with Basil and BalsamicIngredients:4 peppers2 cans of cannellini beans, drained1/3 cup Basil leaves torn into pieces1/3 cup olive oil3 Tbsp Balsamic vinegar2 Tbsp lemon juice2 teaspoons lemon zest2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon cracked black pepperInstructions:Roast 4 peppers -Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Place 4 whole bell peppers (any color) on a sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 35 to 40 minutes, rotating halfway through, until the peppers are blackened and collapsed. Remove the peppers from the oven and let them cool. Carefully peel away the skins and discard the core and seeds. Pull into 1/4 inch stripsDrain beans and add to peppers in a large bowlTear Basil and add to bowlMix the vinaigrette and add to the beansLet sit for 30 minutes at room temperature, marinating before servingVariations to consider:* Adding feta or small mozzarella balls* Subbing oregano for Basil leavesHere is how the dishes came outThese were the flowers I added from my Home Garden.Thank you to everyone who tuned in to my live video! I will plan for more live videos if you enjoyed it.Stephanie's Dish Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit stephaniehansen.substack.com/subscribe