Takashi Murakami: Jellyfish Eyes + Billie Eilish Collab
Screening of:
- Jellyfish Eyes (2013, 101 minutes) by Takashi Murakami
- “you should see me in a crown” (2019, 3:12 minutes), Billie Eilish and Takashi Murakami
Blending computer animation with live-action cinematography, Jellyfish Eyes (2013, 101 minutes) is a coming-of-age story set in a post-Fukushima world. Evoking the spirit of 1950s Japanese monster movies, the film explores themes of generational hope, social change, and self-empowerment.
The story follows Masashi, a young boy who moves with his mother to a quiet town in the Japanese countryside after a natural disaster. One day after school, Masashi discovers a flying jellyfish-like creature, whom he names Kurage-bo. He soon learns that his classmates each have magical pets called F.R.I.E.N.D.s, controlled by electronic devices and used to battle one...
Screening of:
- Jellyfish Eyes (2013, 101 minutes) by Takashi Murakami
- “you should see me in a crown” (2019, 3:12 minutes), Billie Eilish and Takashi Murakami
Blending computer animation with live-action cinematography, Jellyfish Eyes (2013, 101 minutes) is a coming-of-age story set in a post-Fukushima world. Evoking the spirit of 1950s Japanese monster movies, the film explores themes of generational hope, social change, and self-empowerment.
The story follows Masashi, a young boy who moves with his mother to a quiet town in the Japanese countryside after a natural disaster. One day after school, Masashi discovers a flying jellyfish-like creature, whom he names Kurage-bo. He soon learns that his classmates each have magical pets called F.R.I.E.N.D.s, controlled by electronic devices and used to battle one another. Despite their playful appearances, these F.R.I.E.N.D.s are part of a sinister plot that threatens the entire town.
Jellyfish Eyes is the first live-action feature from acclaimed artist and director Takashi Murakami, combining his signature anime-inspired aesthetic with a story of imagination, friendship, and resilience. The film is currently on a U.S. screening tour of leading art institutions and cultural venues.
Before the screening, enjoy the animated music video “you should see me in a crown” (2019, 3:12 minutes), a collaboration between Billie Eilish and Takashi Murakami. Murakami transforms Eilish into an anime character within his signature vibrant, flower-filled style. Their collaboration also includes a Uniqlo UT capsule collection, magazine covers, and merchandise, blending pop culture, fashion, and anime-inspired art.
Schedule
5:45 pm: Doors open
6 pm: Screening begins
Know Before You Go
To attend the screenings, reserve a Thursday evening general admission ticket. Doors to Oculus Hall (second floor at The Broad) open at 5:45 pm, 15 minutes before the screening begins. For our current visitor policies, visit Know Before You Go & FAQ.
Takuto Sueoka as Masashi Kusakabe in a scene from Jellyfish Eyes. © 2013 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All rights reserved; Still from Billie Eilish, "you can see me in a crown," (2019). © 2019 Darkroom/Interscope Records