Documentary · United Kingdom · 2018 · 1h 26m

Traces of the Soul

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Director
Martin Cooper
Cast
Koji Kakinuma as Himself El Seed as Himself Nakajima Hiroyuki as Himself Soraya Syed as Herself Jake Weidmann as Himself Ghalamdar as Himself
Crew
Adrian Storey — Director of Photography Martin Cooper — Editor Adrian Storey — Producer Ku Sharma — Producer Martin Cooper — Producer Tam Solo — Producer
Tagline

Unlike digital communication, handwriting carries something beyond literal meaning, something of the soul.

Synopsis

Through the eyes of twelve international artists "Traces of the soul" explores the world of contemporary calligraphy and why it is an increasingly relevant art form in this digital age. The film reveals how the art, philosophies, and life stories of these artists, whose diverse work is rooted in the ancient traditions of calligraphy, reflect and engage with the modern world.

Mood & Themes
calligraphyart documentary
Key Collaborators
Martin Cooper Director Adrian Storey Director of Photography Martin Cooper Editor Adrian Storey Producer Ku Sharma Producer Martin Cooper Producer Tam Solo Producer
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