Japan's 'Takano Tofu' Dominates at Far East Film Festival with Multiple Awards

The film secured the top audience award and was also recognized for its popularity on Italy's MYmovies platform.

'Takano Tofu', a family drama by Mitsuhiro Mihara, won the Golden Mulberry and Purple Mulberry awards at the Far East Film Festival in Udine, Italy.
The festival also honored other films including 'Confetti' and 'Time Still Turns the Pages', highlighting a strong showing for Asian cinema.
Chinese director Zhang Yimou received a lifetime achievement award, underscoring his influence on the festival's history and Asian cinema.
The festival's awards also spotlighted emerging talent, with the White Mulberry Award for best first-time director going to Kim Tae-yang for 'Mimang'.
Other notable awards included the Black Dragon Audience Award for 'Bushido' and the best screenplay to 'Citizen of a Kind'.