Film Lens
Tokyo Stories presents 400 years of art from Tokyo, inspired by an exhibition at the Ashmolean in Oxford. The film features woodblock prints by artists Hokusai and Hiroshige, alongside modern expressions like Pop Art posters and Manga. It captures the evolution of Tokyo's art scene through cycles of destruction and renewal.
The film also reflects the changing demographics of the audience, attracting a younger and more diverse group. It provides an illustrated narrative of Tokyo's cultural landscape, focusing on the artists and their contributions to the city's identity.
Why Watch
- •See Hokusai and Hiroshige's iconic woodblock prints.
- •Find out about Tokyo's vibrant contemporary art scene.
- •Meet artists like Yuko Mohri and Keiichi Tanaami.
Did You Know
•The film covers 400 years of art from Tokyo.
•Hokusai and Hiroshige are featured for their woodblock prints.
•The film has a duration of 90 minutes.
•The exhibition attracted a younger and more diverse audience.
Perfect For
Art history enthusiastsFans of Japanese cultureManga and Pop Art lovers