Documentary KŪKAI to Screen at Beverly Hills' Writers Guild Theatre
The award-winning documentary KŪKAI, directed by Yue Ye, will be screened at the Writers Guild Theatre in Los Angeles. The film traces Kūkai's journey to Tang China.
Los Angeles – The award-winning independent documentary KŪKAI, directed by filmmaker Yue Ye, is scheduled for a screening at the Writers Guild Theatre in Beverly Hills. The announcement was made on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
The 90-minute film chronicles the historic journey of Kūkai, a Japanese Buddhist monk, to Tang Dynasty China during the 8th century. The film explores themes of learning, compassion, and cultural exchange that arose from his travels.
Kūkai's expedition to China was significant as he sought to bring back Buddhist scriptures and establish a new sect of Buddhism in Japan. The documentary aims to highlight the cultural impact of this historical exchange.
Director Yue Ye has previously had films shown at international film festivals. KŪKAI has already garnered several awards, with further details on screening times and ticketing expected soon.