A Burning Star

Nan
1h 35m
1995
5 /10 (1)

Overview

A Burning Star depicts the physicality of destruction and disappearance through images of the Japanese filmmaker's father who dies and is cremated. Maintaining a solid rhythm and perspective, this film highlights the meaning and importance of "viewing" and "filming" in documentary.

Country : Japan
Languages : No Language
Released Date: 1995-01-01
Cast : Not Available
Director : Kenji Onishi

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