Hasumi New York Showcase: Japanese Art Critic Curates Exhibition
Here’s what amounts to shiguéhiko Hasumi’s U.S. debut,according to the text:
* A screening series: New York’s Japan Society is presenting Shiguéhiko Hasumi: Another History of the Movie in America and Japan (Oct. 9-18).
* Publication of his book in English: The long-awaited English translation of his landmark book,Directed by Yasujiro Ozu,is being released by the University of California Press.
* Personal curatorial showcase: Hasumi was given ”carte blanche” to curate the screening series, a rare honor.
Essentially, it’s a combined introduction of his writings and his curatorial vision to a U.S. audience. It’s described as a “belated but significant introduction” of his voice to U.S. film discourse.