Originally published at: https://geektherapy.org/gkids-to-release-linda-lidna-linda-4k/
Author: Newsroom
NEW YORK (June 4, 2025) – Academy Award®-winning producer and distributor GKIDS has announced today it will release LINDA LINDA LINDA 4K in theaters this September. The 2005 Japanese comedy-drama comes to theaters in a brand new 4K remaster, in celebration of the universally beloved film’s 20th anniversary. Directed by Nobuhiro Yamashita, LINDA LINDA LINDA stars Bae Doona (The Host, Broker), Aki Maeda (Battle Royale), Yu Kashii (Death Note), and Shiori Sekine (of the hit band Base Ball Bear). The film comes to the IFC Center in New York City starting September 9, the Laemmle Noho in Los Angeles starting September 12, with additional markets to follow. A full market list can be found at GKIDS’ website.
The new 4K remaster held its world debut at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival, prior to its re-release in Japanese cinemas beginning August 22nd. First released domestically in Japan in 2005, the film has been acknowledged by many as one of the greatest Japanese film works of the 21st century. The soundtrack features original instrumental tracks composed by James Iha of The Smashing Pumpkins, various song covers from the hit band Blue Hearts, as well as songs from actress Shiori Sekine’s own band Base Ball Bear. The debut of the viral band The Linda Lindas sparked new attention to the classic film, having taken their name as direct inspiration from the film.
Director: Nobuhiro Yamashita
Producer: Hiroyuki Negishi, Yuji Sadai
Screenwriter: Kōsuke Mukai, Wakako Miyashita, Nobuhiro Yamashita
Cast: Bae Doona, Aki Maeda, Yu Kashii, Shiori Sekine