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Japanese Pop Group Perfume's First Feature Documentary “WE ARE Perfume -World Tour 3rd DOCUMENT-” To Receive Simultaneous Japan and U.S. Theatrical Premieres

Perfume ANNIVERSARY PROJECT Celebrates 15th Anniversary Of The Famed Japanese
Pop Group's Formation And The 10th Anniversary Of Trio's Major Label Debut With A New Documentary Film Screening In Los Angeles And New York Next Month!!


Los Angeles, CA, September 28, 2015 - With the conclusion of Perfume's most recent live
shows held in Asia, Europe, and for the first time, in the United States, the famed Japanese pop
trio's very first feature-length documentary titled, “WE ARE Perfume -World Tour 3rd
DOCUMENT-
” presents an in-depth look into the making of Perfume's recent international
tour. The film will be released simultaneously in Japan and the U.S., with U.S. premieres set to
take place in New York and Los Angeles on two consecutive days, Saturday, October 31st and
Sunday, November 1st 2015.

"WE ARE Perfume -WORLD TOUR 3rd DOCUMENT" U.S. Release

NEW YORK
Anthology Film Archives
32 2nd Ave.
New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-505-5181
Time: 12 PM – 2 PM

LOS ANGELES
Downtown Independent
251 S. Main St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: 213-617-1033
Time: 3 PM – 5 PM

Ticket Price: $18.00
Ticket Information:
http://perfume2015lvj.com/

WE ARE Perfume” will also be the first feature-length documentary to hold a simultaneous
Japan and U.S. release. Additional screenings will also take place in Hong Kong, Mexico,
Singapore, and Taiwan. The theme song to “WE ARE Perfume” is also the group's next single,
“STAR TRAIN,” written by Yasutaka Nakata (from the Japanese electro house group,
CAPSULE). The single, which scheduled to drop on October 28th 2015, is penned as the
culmination of Perfume's 15-year career.

Messages from Perfume and the Director Taketoshi Sado

a-chan:
I am so happy for our Japan and U.S. simultaneous premiere! It's amazing!!! While I
wonder how our live documentary turned out, I am a little bit embarrassed, because our
documentary crew recorded us very closely during our tour. I'm very glad that not only
Perfume fans in Japan but also overseas can see the true Perfume in this movie. I wonder
if we could walk on the real red carpet this time, because when we walked for the Cars 2
world premiere, it was a black carpet to give the image of a racetrack. For our long
cherished red carpet, I want to walk carefully. Wow! I am so nervous! (laughs)

KASHIYUKA:
Even though I was very happy for our tour becoming a movie, I still can't believe it will
be showing in Japan and the US simultaneously. I hope that lots of people will see our
movie. I never even dreamed of the day when I can walk on the red carpet of the Tokyo
International Film Festival. I am very pleased for the three of us to walk with pride of
having been involved in this movie. Even for a short moment, I would like to enjoy the
glamorous experience of the International Film Festival!

NOCCHI:
OMG! I can't believe it! In any case, please come to see the movie! I can't wait~ ^ ^

Taketoshi Sado, Director:
To have my first directed movie to be invited to the Tokyo International Film Festival
and be shown worldwide is a supreme honor. I think if you feel touched by the real
Perfume in this movie, you will become Perfume fan for sure. So to see the real face, I
would like everyone around the world to watch this movie.

About “WE ARE Perfume -WORLD TOUR 3rd DOCUMENT”
This documentary follows Perfume on a two-month international live tour, "Perfume WORLD
TOUR 3rd.” While travelling around the globe to cities across Asia, Europe, and the United
States, audiences will see Perfume's powerful live performances and catch never before seen
behind-the-scenes footage. Witness the group's single-minded approach to their performances -
the joy, anguish, and struggles, not only in the music, but also in fashion and pop culture. By
witnessing the girls' ongoing current activities fans will glimpse Perfume's achievements and
their goals for the future. This is Perfume's nonstop evolution. Their "now" is here.

During several insightful interviews, the members "Dame Dashi" will be revealed in which they
reflect on improving for upcoming shows. The source of their passion for performing live will
also be revealed. In between their tight schedules the members are depicted enjoying some
leisure time - from their excitement in Singapore's giant Merlion, to exploring New York's
Times Square, fans will witness their life-sized reactions. In addition, each member also talks
about the world tour, the group's formation, and a look back on their successful career to-date.
These exclusive interviews can only be seen in the movie.

About Perfume 
Perfume is a female trio formed in Hiroshima in 2000, consisting of a-chan (Ayaka Nishiwaki),
KASHIYUKA (Yuka Kashino) and NOCCHI (Ayano Ōmoto). The group moved to Tokyo in
2003 and started working with Yasutaka Nakata of CAPSULE as their producer. In 2005,
Perfume made their major debut with a single “Linear Motor Girl” attracting attention with their
futuristic sound and image.

From Oct. 26th, 2012, Perfume went on their first international tour visiting Taiwan, Hong Kong,
Korea and Singapore proving their popularity goes beyond Japan. Their next world tour was in
July, 2013. With this “Perfume WORLD TOUR 2nd”, Perfume visited Germany, the UK and
France for the first time which spread their recognition to the western markets.

In Oct. and Nov., 2014, yet another world tour “Perfume WORLD TOUR 3rd” in Taiwan,
Singapore, LA, London and NY followed. Perfume celebrates their 15th anniversary since
formation and 10th since major debut in 2015.


About Live Viewing Japan
Live Viewing Japan is a Japanese-based media distribution company dedicated to introducing
Japanese artists of various genres around the world. More information on the company and its
projects is available at: http://liveviewing.jp

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