Japan

Glass-pane presents: 'When a Woman Ascends the Stairs' (1960)

A bar hostess starting her shift opens and layers the infinity of time with a gesture.

May 8, 2024 •

Bird and worm displacements: 'Throw Away Your Books, Rally in the Streets' (1971)

An attack on consumerism in Japan and business-as-usual worldwide treads me some new psychic terrain.

May 3, 2024 •

Light and lightness in time and death: 'A Burning Star' (1996)

Documenting cremation, a Japanese filmmaker fills his father's death with light.

Feb 27, 2024 •

Every day, joy and terror: 'Perfect Days' (2023)

Wim Wenders' new film admits contentment and fear in meditation, then defines existence by them.

Feb 20, 2024 •

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