Osaka 2015 Preview: Most Anticipated Movies

Beginning life in 2005 as the Korea Entertainment Film Festival, the Osaka Asian Film Festival broadened its outlook in its sophomore year to cover all East Asian cinema, quickly rising to become Japan's premier festival solely covering Asian film. Based in the city of Osaka, the lively, colorful location matches the diversity and richness on offer in the festival's film program. This year's festival sees a special focus on Hong Kong, Taiwan, and new action films of Southeast Asia. While new works from established veterans like Tsukamoto Shinya and Johnnie To stand out on the bill, there's a fine selection of interesting offerings from emerging talents from across the region. With the festival kicking off on Thursday, check out the gallery below for a rundown...

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