The Tokyo International Film Festival’s 2026 program begins and ends with two Japanese films: Zeze Takahisa’s “Sukiyaki” screens at the opening, while Yeon Sang-ho’s zombie thriller “Colony” closes the event. “Godzilla Minus Zero,” directed by Takashi Yamazaki, is selected as the festival’s centerpiece.
The three outlets report the same core lineup while emphasizing different roles and descriptions. Variety and The Hollywood Reporter focus on the centerpiece designation and the bookend films. Deadline adds scheduling detail, reporting that “Sukiyaki” opens on October 26. Deadline also highlights how the festival characterizes “Sukiyaki.” Across coverage, “Godzilla Minus Zero” is framed as closely connected to Yamazaki, with reporting noting his involvement in writing and visual effects, reflecting its special presentation at the festival.
