¡With Each Passing Breath(English Subtitles)
¡Japanese Movie
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[Machine Translation] The world of Yose entertainment has seen a certain upsurge in recent years. Rakugo and Kodan are not the only forms of entertainment. Nowadays, rokyoku is hot. The unique roar of the nankyoku performer, his emotive phrasing, and his sharp dares. The thrilling interplay with the shamisen of the master of the piece immediately grabs the hearts of those who see it for the first time. The number of female performers has been increasing as newcomers to the genre have grown up in the Heisei era. The Asakusa Kibatei Yose is a mix of old-time lovers and new fans, foreshadowing the arrival of a new era. The main character is Minatoya Kosome, who has jumped into the world of ronikyoku. The film tells the story of Kosome, who fell in love with legendary performer Minatoya Koyanagi and became his apprentice, until the day he was accepted for his debut performance. The other main character of the film is Kibatei, the only permanent venue for performing nankyoku (traditional Japanese balladry) in the Kanto region. Behind the scenes, various lives intersect, and the art is passed down from veteran to younger performers. Produced, shot, and directed by Atika Kawakami. Kawakami, who, like Kosome, was captivated by Koyanagi, spent eight years to complete this film. The intimate cinematography clearly shows how Koyanagi, Yuko Tamagawa, the songwriter, and Kosome nurture something important. Of course, the powerful oral performance scenes are also a major highlight. The documentary also features the stars of the day, such as Nanafuku Tamagawa and Taifuku Tamagawa, making it a thoroughly enjoyable documentary. Includes original postcard and sticker.
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