THE JAPAN FOUNDATION, TORONTO
VSS MOVIE CHAT  映画について話そう！

Are you a Japanese language learner who enjoys watching Japanese films?

It’s a great way to practice listening comprehension, review Japanese words and grammar, while learning about Japanese culture! Watch the film “The Lines That Define Me” 「線は、僕を描く」(register for your free JFF Theater account here, this film is available until May 6) on your own schedule, using English/Japanese subtitles or with the subtitles off for an extra challenge!

This film is a story about loss and rebirth as experienced by a young man in mourning, taken by the world of Sumi-e ink painting. Then join us for an online Movie Chat to discuss related topics with fellow learners.

Participants will be grouped into Elementary and Intermediate+ levels, similar to the chat events held in the JFT Virtual Study Space. The Elementary group’s chat will be conducted in Japanese / English, while the Intermediate+ group will discuss in Japanese.

Date & Time: Friday, May 8, 2026, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (EDT)

Expected Participants: Japanese Language learners who wish to maintain and strengthen their Japanese language skills.

Event Format: Virtual Study Space

※ This event will take place exclusively in our Virtual Study Space.

Please note that registration is now closed but drop-ins by registered users of JFT’s Virtual Study Space are welcome. General discussion topics related to the film’s theme will also be covered; prior viewing of the movie is not mandatory to participate.

Language: Japanese

Contact: Kayo Hawkins (She/Her)  Kayo_Hawkins@jpf.go.jp