Tokyo Edition


Media Inside Out goes global as host Sherri Hope Culver travels to Temple University Japan in Tokyo for a fascinating conversation with Mitsuo Tahira, director of the KINEKO International Film Festival. The episode explores how the festival brings children and families together through international cinema, live voice-actor dubbing performances, and meaningful storytelling experiences that go far beyond streaming and social media. The discussion also examines media literacy, global film culture, the future of AI in filmmaking, and the importance of shared cinematic experiences for young audiences.