The Hidden Loneliness Crisis | Hikari (Beef, Tokyo Vice, Rental Family)

A2 THE SHOW #619 Our next guest on A2 THE SHOW is acclaimed filmmaker -Mitsuyo Miyazaki (Hikari )🎬✨Born in Osaka and now creating across Japan and the U.S., Hikari has become known for emotionally powerful stories that explore identity, loneliness, human connection, and what it means to truly belong. From her breakthrough film 37 Seconds to directing episodes of Beef, Tokyo Vice, and her latest feature Rental Family starring Brendan Fraser, her work continues to resonate globally.In this episode, we dive into storytelling, compassion in cinema, the reality of loneliness, finding your artistic voice, collaborating with actors, the meaning behind rental families in Japan, and how human connection can become a path toward healing.🔗IG: @thehikarism🌎WEBSITE: https://www.hikarifilms.com/👉Please visit our website to get more information: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/⏰Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction06:54 – Disability, challenges & beauty13:52 – Collaborating with actors19:40 – Finding an artistic voice27:28 – Human emotion in film33:32 – Loneliness anywhere39:26 – Directors & hidden acting skills45:06 – Rental families & loneliness51:14 – Emotional support without stigma56:42 – Breaking societal expectations🔔Get on an unforgettable adventure with 'A2 The Show'! From inspiring resilience to tickling your funny bone, our podcast is your beacon in the mental health fog.https://www.youtube.com/@A2TheShow/?sub_confirmation=1 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Audio Music is currently on your favorite platforms:👉Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2GQye3rZo6oMf7bMXNyXy7?si=BZmmuvLjT6afpYRsVovWUg&nd=1&dlsi=2e7ed237a1b04221 👉ApplePodcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a2-the-show/id1516414362✨Buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/a2theshow 🔗 Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/a2theshow✅ Stay Connected With Us👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a2theshow 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@a2theshow 👉Website: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: [email protected] =============================✅ Recommended Playlists👉 A² - Psychologyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8R-GSmOLFA&list=PLJSbTfMFhOybbbcU4kKikwrRffQBtza6P&pp=iAQB 👉 A² Trendinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFCtqEzRZQ8&list=PLJSbTfMFhOyYDfEnLdM2FmO2LBnjd57SY&pp=iAQB ✅ Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching: 👉 From Trial Lawyer to Stand-Up Comedian | Paul Farahvar https://shorturl.at/Ha3p8👉How This Director Built Movies in a Country Falling Apart https://shorturl.at/l3aho​👉 Abdul El-Sayed Exposes the Money Behind American Politics https://l1nk.dev/mnrtu8t​✅ About A2 The Show.Welcome to "A² The Show" – your ticket to the human mind's wild rollercoaster! We're a crew of pals from Lebanon, now globally scattered, who combat homesickness with friendship, gaming, fiery chats, and a sprinkle of controversy.Our podcast is more than just words; it's a fun-fueled rebellion against the everyday and a beacon in the mental health fog. With a diverse lineup of guests who've braved the depths of the human psyche, we're here to inspire resilience, provoke thought, and tickle your funny bone.So strap in for a journey through the human mind's crazy maze. It's like your favorite video game, but the cheat codes are science, empathy, and a dash of madness. Dive into "A² The Show" – your unforgettable adventure starts here!Ride the digital waves with us on social media: @a2theshowAli The Professor @alitheprofessor alitheprofessor.comSaeed El Jammal @saeedjay97