Documentary · Japan · 2019 · 13m

Chiyo

ちよ

Synopsis

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.

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Chiemi Shimada directed Chiyo. Explore their complete filmography and the collaborators who shaped their vision.

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