20-year-old Hiyori Kon trains at the Nishonoseki stable in Tokyo, challenging the male-dominated world of sumo wrestling.
Synopsis
20-year-old Hiyori Kon trains at the Nishonoseki stable in Tokyo, challenging the male-dominated world of sumo wrestling.
Synopsis
Hiyori Kon trains at the Nishonoseki stable in Tokyo, striving to make her mark as a sumo wrestler. At 20 years old, she is one of the few women in a sport dominated by men. "Little Miss Sumo" follows her efforts to challenge traditional norms and create more opportunities for female athletes in Japan. The film premiered at the 2018 London Film Festival and won the Community and Culture Award at the 2019 Kendal Mountain Festival. It was released on Netflix on October 28, 2019.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Hiyori Kon, a unique female sumo wrestler.
- See the challenges women face in sumo wrestling.
- Find out about the sport's cultural significance in Japan.
Did You Know
- Hiyori Kon is one of the few women practicing sumo wrestling.
- The film has a runtime of 18 minutes.
- Little Miss Sumo premiered at the 2018 London Film Festival.
- The film won the Community and Culture Award at the 2019 Kendal Mountain Festival.
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Who directed the documentary Little Miss Sumo?
Little Miss Sumo was directed and written by Matt Kay.
When was Little Miss Sumo released on Netflix?
Little Miss Sumo was released on Netflix on October 28, 2019.
What award did Little Miss Sumo win at the 2019 Kendal Mountain Festival?
Little Miss Sumo won the Community and Culture Award at the 2019 Kendal Mountain Festival.
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