Chiyo
2019•13m•Released
Documentary
Chiyo is a poetic exploration of the suburbs in Japan through the filmmaker’s reflection on the life of her grandmother. With a series of everyday moments in Yashio from a summer fair to Buddhist rituals, the film embodies micro-narratives, seeking cinema’s ability to offer a contemplative space.
Director
Chiemi Shimada
Writer
Chiemi Shimada
Languages
Japanese
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