Please forward your questions. Although
we may not be able to answer each question, we will select frequently asked ones
and provide answers in this corner.
-About TIL&GFF in general-
Q.
Is the film festival held in any other cities/towns besides Tokyo?
Does the
event tour the country?
Q. I am not gay or lesbian.
Can I come to the film festival?
-About tickets-
Q.
Can I purchase tickets on the day of the screening at the door?
Q.
When will the tickets for this year's festival be for sale?
Q.
What types of tickets are available?
Q. Can I purchase tickets
via internet?
-At the film festival-
Q. Can I
reserve a seat in advance?
Q. How many seats are there
in the auditorium?
What numbers should be stamped on my ticket if I want to
get a proper seat?
Q. Do you have a policy to protect the
audience's privacy?
Can I feel safe around a camera or a camcorder?
Q. Do you plan any other events at the film festival apart from
the screenings?
Q. Are there any related goods available
at the venue? Any giveaways?
Q. I would like to pass a
gift to one of your guest speakers. What should I do?
-About screenings-
Q. I would like to see films in other languages. Are they shown
with English subtitles?
Q. I missed a film I really
wanted to see. Are there any chances to catch it elsewhere? Are any of them available
on videos and DVDs?
-About program-
Q. Where can
I get a copy of the official program?
Q. I want an official
program but I do not live in Tokyo.
Can you send me a copy by post?
Q. Can I have last year's (2001's) program by any chance?
-To the press-
-About TIL&GFF in general-
Q.
Is the film festival held in any other cities/towns besides Tokyo? Does the event
tour the country?
A. The film festival had been held in Kyoto and Osaka
in the past, but at the moment it is held only in Tokyo. We regret that it is
difficult for those who live far away from Tokyo to come and enjoy all the fun
and great vibe of the film festival. If there are any associations interested
in holding the film festival in local areas, please contact us. We would like
to cooperate.
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Q.
I am not gay or lesbian. Can I come to the film festival?
A. Yes,
of course you can!
We would like everyone to enjoy the film festival. If you
encounter terms and phrases you are not familiar with when seeing a film, please
do not hesitate to ask any of the festival staff. We shall be glad to have opportunities
to introduce lesbian and gay culture and to raise consciousness about the interests
of sexual minorities.
The Tokyo International Film Festival is not only a
rare opportunity to catch variety of films, but also a festive event celebrating
diversity of sexuality. It is a lot of fun just to be there ﾐ you will enjoy a
vibrant atmosphere, various goods and reading materials for sale in the foyer.
You can meet lots of people at our festival bar (to be confirmed) and drinks are
free of charge!! (Pay what you can as a donation.) So join us and have a great
time.
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-About tickets-
Q. Can I purchase tickets on the day of
the screening on the door?
A. Although we plan to sell tickets on the
door, we strongly advise you to buy in advance. Many of our popular programs are
expected to sell out and you may have to see the film standing. Also, you can
purchase advance tickets at discount price.
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Q. When will the tickets
for this year's festival be for sale? A. Tickets will be for sale from
1st of June 2004. This information is yet to be confirmed, so please keep your
eyes on this website for updates.
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Q. What types of tickets are
available? A.There are 4 types of tickets ﾐ Single ticket, Four-Session
Pass, Festival pass, and Weekday matinee for this year too.
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Q. Can I purchase tickets
via internet? A. We are currently looking at the options to make this
service available. We plan to sell tickets through ticket agency PIAﾕs website.
More details will be announced on this website very soon.
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-At the film festival-
Q.
Can I reserve a seat in advance? A. Advance seats reservation is not
available. Entrance to the auditorium is in order of the number stamped on your
ticket. Please arrive early and have your ticket stamped at the information desk,
then come back 15 minutes before screening when the doors open.
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Q. How many seats are there
in the auditorium? What numbers should be stamped on my ticket if I
want to get a proper seat?
A. There are 300+ seats in the auditorium. However,
number 300 does not guarantee you a proper seat, as Festival Pass holders have
the first priority on entrance. If possible, arrive early and get your tickets
stamped.
The information desk will open at 18:00 on the first day (July 15)
and at 11:00 on other days (July 16-19).
Please note that some may find the
air-conditioned auditorium a little bit too cool. It might be a good idea to bring
a jacket.
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Q.
Do you have a policy to protect the audience's privacy? A. Can I feel
safe around a camera or a camcorder?
For protection of the audience's privacy,
we have a strict policy regarding the press coverage of the Film Festival. Only
those who accepted our policy and are given permission can take photographs and
video images. Whenever those pictures are used in public, audienceﾕs figures will
be unrecognizable (out of focus or the back view). The press wears a distinct
armband. If you spot anyone taking pictures without permission, please report
to the festival staff immediately.
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Q. Do you plan any other events
at the film festival apart from the screenings? A. Usually, we invite
guest speakers to some screenings for talks and discussions. Stage performances
and other events are also planned. We host official club events at various venues
during the film festival. Details and schedules for this year's events will be
announced on this website at a later date.
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Q. Are there any related
goods available at the venue? Any giveaways?
A. There are various stalls
in the foyer where you can buy related goods. All of you will receive a package
of discount flyers and information on clubs, parties and other events. There may
also be freebies and giveaways available for some programs.
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Q. I would like to pass
a gift to one of your guest speakers. What should I do? A. Please enquire
at the information desk in advance if you wish to pass a gift to a guest or to
contact a guest.
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-About
screenings-
Q. I would like to
see films in other languages.
Are they shown with English subtitles?
A. All the films screened at the Tokyo International Lesbian and Gay Film Festival
are available in both Japanese and English. All non-Japanese language films are
shown with Japanese subtitles and English subtitles are provided with all non-English
language films. However, in rare cases, you may find some sequences during a film
not being subtitled owing to unavoidable circumstances.
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Q. I missed a film
I really wanted to see. Are there any chances to catch it elsewhere? Are any of
them available on videos and DVDs?
A. The Tokyo International Lesbian
and Gay Film Festival showcases many films that you are unlikely to have an opportunity
to see otherwise. It might even be the only chance for you to catch some of the
programs in this country. Some of the programs though, are released theatrically
and/or are available on videos and DVDs. You can find information on this website.
Alternatively, send your enquiries to: information@rainbowreeltokyo.com
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-About program-
Q. Where
can I get a copy of the official program? A. A comprehensive Official
Program, which includes descriptions of all the films selected for the 13th festival
will be distributed at cinemas, CD shops, bookstores in Tokyo and bars and clubs
in Shinjuku 2-chome. You can grab a free copy from one of those places. You will
find specific locations list on this website in June.
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Q. I want a festival program
but I do not live in Tokyo.
Can you send me a copy by post? A.
Yes, we can, but you need to pay for the postage.
Send your request by email
first to:
information@rainbowreeltokyo.com
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Q.
Can I have last year's (2001's) program by any chance?
A. We may be
able to send you one if we still have the copies in stock. Some years' programs
are out of stock.
To find out, please send us an email to: information@rainbowreeltokyo.com
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-To
the press- As this film festival focuses on the theme of sexuality,
we need your cooperation for the protection of the audienceﾕs privacy. Please
understand that any use of cameras and video recorders are prohibited unless you
obtain a permission and press armband form us after signing a privacy policy statement.
If you plan to cover the film festival or interview our guest at the film festival,
please contact us beforehand.
Email to:
information@rainbowreeltokyo.com
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