Japanese Animation Director to Attend Taiwan Premiere at 2026 Hsinchu Film Festival

The "2026 Hsinchu Crazy Film Festival" is set to captivate audiences in Taiwan with its diverse cinematic offerings, running from July 31 to August 30 at the Hsinchu City Image Museum. This year's festival, themed "Time Film Adventure Team," aims to connect memories, emotions, and cultural stories through the concept of "time film," promising an exploration of light and imagination for all ages.

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The 2026 Hsinchu Crazy Film Festival will be held from July 31 to August 30 at the Hsinchu City Image Museum!

Organizers have curated an impressive lineup of 64 indoor and 4 outdoor screenings, presenting a total of 54 short and feature films from 35 countries. The selection spans various genres, including animation, drama, adventure, and coming-of-age stories, making it an ideal summer outing for families. Tickets are available for free starting July 13, though availability is limited, encouraging early booking.

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This year's festival theme is 'Time Film Adventure Team,' connecting memories, emotions, and cultural stories.

A major draw for the festival is the Taiwanese premiere of "Poupelle of Chimney Town 2: The Clock Tower's Promise." This sequel to the popular Japanese animated film "Poupelle of Chimney Town" is produced by STUDIO 4℃, the team behind "Genius Party" and "Children of the Sea." Director Yusuke Hirota is scheduled to attend the event for post-screening discussions, sharing his creative insights with the Taiwanese audience. Additionally, the festival will feature a three-day stop-motion animation workshop led by Golden Horse Award-winning director Huang Yun-hsien, and will world-premiere two new works supported by the "Children's Program Talent Incubation Project."

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The opening film, 'Poupelle of Chimney Town 2: The Clock Tower's Promise,' will have its premiere in Taiwan.