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Kochuu


Kochuu Synopsis

KOCHUU is a visually stunning film about modern Japanese architecture, its roots in the Japanese tradition, and its impact on the Nordic building tradition. Winding its way through visions of the future and traditional concepts, nature and concrete, gardens and high-tech spaces, the film explains how contemporary Japanese architects strive to unite the ways of modern man with the old philosophies in astounding constructions.

Film Credits

Directed and Produced by

  1. Jesper Wachtmeister

Co-Produced by

  1. Jonas Kellgher

Music by

  1. Benny Nilsen

Cinematography by

  1. Askild Edvardsen

Architects

  1. Tadao Ando
  2. Sverre Fehn
  3. Kristian Gullichsen
  4. Toyo Ito
  5. Kisho Kurokawa
  6. Juhani Pallasmaa
  7. Kazuo Shinohara

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