Yukita Kusunoki's Reel

A making-of doc featuring interviews with Yukita Kusunoki (writer, producer, actor) and Eiji Kitahara (composer).

Directed by French filmmaker Cris Ubermann and written and produced by Japanese artist Yukita Kusunoki, "Journey to Mt. Fuji" is a thoroughly original and entertaining narrative art feature appealing to both family and adult audiences.

"Journey to Mt. Fuji" is a thoroughly original and entertaining art film appealing to both family and adult audiences. With the cultural and social sensibilities of France and Japan combined and conveyed in the very American genre of sci-fi adventure movies, the film tells an engaging story about self-identify, family, and childhood through its daringly bold and innovative blending of poetic imageries, beautiful music, and strong performances from actors.

On-set interviews with actors in Los Angeles, where "Journey to Mt. Fuji" was partly shot.

Mt. Fuji consultant on thematic aspects of "Journey to Mt. Fuji".

"Journey to Mt. Fuji" is directed by Cris Ubermann and written and produced by Yukita Kusunoki.