Documentary backdrop image for The Stormy Times (1991)

Documentary backdrop image for The Stormy Times (1991)

199162 minPGdocumentary

7.3/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

The Stormy Times

199162 minPGdocumentary

7.3/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Three short films by Katsu Kanai, including 'Dream Running' and 'Grasshopper’s One-Game Match,' are presented alongside documentary footage in a 62-minute compilation.

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Three short films by Katsu Kanai, including 'Dream Running' and 'Grasshopper’s One-Game Match,' are presented alongside documentary footage in a 62-minute compilation.

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Motoharu Jônouchicast

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Kurenai Kandacast

Dōji Musasabicast

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Katsu Kanai presents a collection of three short films in The Stormy Times. The films, titled 'Dream Running,' 'Grasshopper’s One-Game Match,' and 'We Can Hear Joe’s Poem,' are accompanied by additional documentary footage. Each piece reflects Kanai's artistic vision while serving as a memorial to his friend, Jônouchi Motoharu. The compilation captures distinct themes and emotions, blending visual poetry with documentary elements to create a unique storytelling experience.

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