The Weavers of Nishijin (Nishijin). Toshio Matsumoto, 1961.
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Edition screened: Included on Cineliciouspics Blu-ray Funeral Parade of Roses, released 2017. Japanese language with English subtitles. Runtime approximately 25 minutes.
Summary: No particular depictions of violence or harm to animals.
An excellent, artful documentary showing the traditional textile workers of Nishijin as they struggle with their craft, labor relations, and changing culture. Matsumoto’s self-styled aesthetic of “the Avant-Garde Documentary” presents images that tap into the viewer’s subconscious to support theme and emotion.