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Deep Dive: Toward a Common Tenderness (2017)

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Toward a Common Tenderness
In 'Toward a Common Tenderness', Japanese filmmaker Kaori Oda presents a narrative set in Bosnia, focusing on the cultural landscape shaped by the aftermath of the Bosnian War. The film features a series of poetic visual and acoustic entries that reflect on the complexities of life in a post-war society. Through interactions with local residents in cities like Sarajevo and Mostar, Oda captures a range of experiences that reveal the nuances of connection and empathy among the people. The film serves as both a personal reflection for Oda and a broader commentary on community dynamics in a region marked by conflict. The 64-minute runtime allows for an immersive experience, inviting viewers to engage with the diverse environments and stories that emerge from the post-war context in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Why Watch

  • •Meet local residents in Sarajevo and Mostar.
  • •Find out how war impacts community dynamics.
  • •See poetic visual and acoustic storytelling.

Did You Know

•The film was directed by Kaori Oda, a young Japanese filmmaker.
•It has a runtime of 64 minutes.
•The film features interactions with residents in Sarajevo and Mostar.
•The documentary is produced in two languages: Bosnian and Japanese.

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Bosnian War historyJapanese cinema fansCultural documentaries