# Tokyo Film Festival to Reassess Global Standing Before 40th Edition

Director Hisamatsu Takeo said the Tokyo Film Festival will reassess its global standing ahead of its 40th edition. The move comes as Japan’s flagship film event seeks to strengthen its international relevance and competitiveness.

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## Sources

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/festivals/tokyo-film-festival-reassess-global-standing-40th-edition-1236930996/) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 07:28:12 +0000
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/festivals/tokyo-film-fest-opens-sukiyaki-japan-content-goal-1236931066/) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:54:12 +0000