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THE MAKING OF A JAPANESE

Ema Ryan Yamazaki
JP US FI FR 2023    52' 99'
⚬ Human Interest ⚬ Kids & Youth 

Synopsis

What are the traits necessary to become part of Japanese society? Following 1st and 6th graders at a public elementary school in Tokyo for a year, we observe a school system that might differ from other countries. Alongside studying, the kids learn about self-discipline, community spirit and good manners. The fine balance between individualism and being respectful towards others is tested on a daily basis. THE MAKING OF A JAPANESE elevates the important childhood years and is a fascinating watch about the big dramas of everyday life. 

Credits

Director

Ema Ryan Yamazaki

Producer

Eric Nyari

Co-Producers

Outi Rousu, Luc Martin-Gousset

Executive Producers

Shin Yasuda, Akihiko Sugie

Production Company

Cineric Creative

Co-Production Companies

NHK, Pystymetsa, Point du Jour

Cinematography

Kazuki Kakurai

Additional Cinematography

John Donica

Editor

Ema Ryan Yamazaki

Co-Editors

Mariko Ide, Mizuki Toriya

Music 

Paivi Takala

Sound 

Andrew Tracy

Awards

Nippon Docs Award

Nippon Connection Film Festival 2024

Special Jury Award

EBS International Documentary Festival(EIDF) 2024

 

Festivals

Tokyo IFF 2023

Thessaloniki DFF 2024

Millennium Docs Against Gravity FF 2024

 

Film Details

Runtime 52' 99'
Production Countries Japan, USA, Finland, France

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