FRANKFURT, Germany -- The loud, comical squeak of a rubber duck fills the air, causing a room packed with fans of Japanese cinema to erupt into laughter.
At 25, Frankfurt's annual Nippon Connection event retains its indie spirit

After more than two decades, Nippon Connection continues to spotlight the diversity and dynamism of Japan’s film scene, from indie gems to major studio releases. (Source photos by Nippon Connection)
FRANKFURT, Germany -- The loud, comical squeak of a rubber duck fills the air, causing a room packed with fans of Japanese cinema to erupt into laughter.