Kodo: Heartbeat Drummers of Japan
Brief Synopsis
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A documentary which showcases a group of young musicians and dancers whose performances of traditional and contemporary Japanese drumming have captivated a worldwide audience. The program profiles the group called Kodo (the Japanese word for "heartbeat"), exploring their commitment to a unique aest
Cast & Crew
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Jacques Holender
Producer
Film Details
Also Known As
Heartbeat Drummers of Japan
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1987
Production Company
Mountain Network; Nemesis Productions
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
A documentary which showcases a group of young musicians and dancers whose performances of traditional and contemporary Japanese drumming have captivated a worldwide audience. The program profiles the group called Kodo (the Japanese word for "heartbeat"), exploring their commitment to a unique aesthetic and collective ideal. The documentary travels to the remote island of Sado in the Japan Sea, where the troupe lives communally, devoting themselves to perfecting their music.
Film Details
Also Known As
Heartbeat Drummers of Japan
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1987
Production Company
Mountain Network; Nemesis Productions
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
