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Japanese film 'On Summer Sand' wins award at Shanghai film festival
"On Summer Sand," a Japanese film starring actor Odagiri Joe, has won a major prize at the prestigious 27th Shanghai International Film Festival.
The film directed by Tamada Shinya was honored with the Jury Grand Prix in the Main Competition division. It was chosen from among12 Chinese and foreign movies nominated for the section which includes the prize for Best Feature Film. The award ceremony took place on Saturday evening.
The movie is set in the southwestern Japanese city of Nagasaki. It depicts the grief of a man who lost his son, and the process of finding hope while living with his niece played by Takaishi Akari.
Odagiri, the lead actor, also worked as a co-producer and took part in casting and editing. He attended an event in Shanghai on Friday to meet his Chinese fans.
After the award ceremony, Odagiri said the selection of a Japanese film for an international prize gives him a sense of reassurance that various messages are being received. He also said it invigorates him to move forward and work harder.
"On Summer Sand" will be shown at theaters across Japan from July 4.
