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The Ondekoza (1981) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1981 · 107 mins · Japanese
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- Directed by
- Tai Katō
- Starring
- Takumi Takano, Eitetsu Hayashi, Toshio Kawauchi, Yoshiaki Ooi, Yoshikazu Fujimoto, Mitsuru Mori
The film follows a Japanese taiko drumming ensemble living on remote Sado Island, blending candid documentary footage of their rigorous training and daily practice with staged performances. Visuals feature set designs by Tadanori Yokoo, while an experimental electronic score by Toshi Ichiyanagi underscores the varied musical pieces. The documentary captures the group’s devotion to tradition and physical endurance, revealing the rhythm of island life.
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