EN - In Silent Visitors a number of people are portrayed for whom Japanese abandoned sites have become an essential part of their lives. Ayumi, Doitehu and Mike all share the same passion for haikyo. Their visits of these contemporary ruins reveal some parts of their unique personalities and at the same time shine a subdued light on post-tsunami Japanese society.
Info
| Title | Silent Visitors |
|---|---|
| Original title | Silent Visitors |
| Original version | Japanese, English |
| Status | Completed |
| Category | Features , Docs |
| Year of production | 2012 |
Credits
| Photography | Emmanuel Gras |
|---|---|
| Editing | Bram Van Paesschen |
| Sound | Manuel Vidal |
Technical specs
| Running time film | 64' |
|---|---|
| Release format | HD |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.85 |
| Sound format | Stereo |
| Colour | Colour |
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Silent Visitors wins Best Film
Jeroen Van der Stock’s Silent Visitors won Best Film at the 12th L'iselp Festival of Films on Art in Brussels. The Award comes with a cash prize of € 1,750. The film had its premiere end of last year at CPH:DOX in Denmark and went on to screen at the Jean Rouch International Film Festival in France.
In Silent Visitors a number of people are portrayed for whom Japanese abandoned sites have become an essential part of their lives. Ayumi, Doitehu and Mike all share the same passion for haikyo. Their visits of these contemporary ruins reveal some parts of their unique personalities and at the same time shine a subdued light on post-tsunami Japanese society.
Last edited on 1 May 2013