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Gaumapix CEO Hiroki Yamaguchi Directs 'CINEMA TRAVELER' Starring AI-Generated Tetsuya Bessho for the Opening Ceremony of Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2026!

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Published May 29, 2026 5:30 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:52 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Director Hiroki Yamaguchi of Gaumapix directed the opening film 'CINEMA TRAVELER' for SSFF & ASIA 2026.
His film 'Tokyo Tourism Paradox' was also selected for the festival.

Director Hiroki Yamaguchi of Gaumapix directed the opening film 'CINEMA TRAVELER' for SSFF & ASIA 2026. His film 'Tokyo Tourism Paradox' was also selected for the festival.

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Published: May 29, 2026

Hiroki Yamaguchi, CEO of Gaumapix Inc. and a resident of the Tokyo Content Incubation Center (TCIC), operated by Tsukrie Corp. under contract with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, directed 'CINEMA TRAVELER,' which premiered at the opening ceremony of the 'Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2026' (SSFF & ASIA 2026). Additionally, his film 'Tokyo Tourism Paradox' was selected for the Cinematic Tokyo program.

'CINEMA TRAVELER' follows Tetsuya Bessho as he wanders into an old, mysterious cinema in a Tokyo back alley, embarking on a journey through various film worlds. Meanwhile, 'Tokyo Tourism Paradox' explores a near-future Tokyo where tourism has reached its peak, questioning the boundary between reality and curated images.

Hiroki Yamaguchi is a pioneer in AI-assisted filmmaking, receiving acclaim at numerous international film festivals. He continues to produce content using generative AI and frequently speaks on integrating these technologies into professional production workflows.

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Director Hiroki Yamaguchi of Gaumapix directed the opening film 'CINEMA TRAVELER' for SSFF & ASIA 2026. His film 'Tokyo Tourism Paradox' was also selected for the festival.

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