films seen
2
average score
2.50*
nationality
status
Alive and kicking
Movies
A documentary about a piece of local Japanese culture thought to be on the brink of extinction due to the Fukushima disaster. The song and dance known as Bon-Uta was mainly performed by people in the area, but as they scattered, it became difficult to keep the tradition alive. There are some nice moments, mostly when the interviewees go about their daily business. The Bon-Uta part I found less thrilling, in part because the plain docu-style does it little justice. Just seek out Toyoda's Shiver if you want a way more impressive rendition of these types of local traditions. Read all