Kochuu (2003)
A 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, traditions, nature, concrete, gardens and high-tech, KOCHUU tells us how contemporary Japanese architects strive to unite the ways of modern man with the old philosophies in astounding constructions. Interviews with, and works by, Japanese architects Tadad Ando, Kisho Kurokawa, Toyo Ito and Kazuo Shinohara and Scandinavian architects Sverre Fehn, Kristian Gullichsen and Juhani Pallasmaa.
Director: Jesper Wachtmeister
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: May 23, 2003
Cast
- Tadao Ando - Himself
- Sverre Fehn - Himself
- Toyo Ito - Himself
- Kisho Kurokawa - Himself
Screenplay
Production: Solaris Filmproduktion, Icarus Films, First Run Features
Country: Sweden
Language: suomi, 日本語, svenska
Original Language: sv
Themes
Wetlands and Bird Sanctuary Peace, Ancient Evolution and Nature Origins, Botanical Wonders and the Plant World
Keywords
japan, zen, architecture, nature, nordic
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Kochuu about?
- A 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, traditions, nature, concrete, gardens and high-tech, KOCHUU tells us how contemporary Japanese architects strive to unite the ways of modern man with the old philosophies in astounding constructions. Interviews with, and works by, Japanese architects Tadad Ando, Kisho Kurokawa, Toyo Ito and Kazuo Shinohara and Scandinavian architects Sverre Fehn, Kristian Gullichsen and Juhani Pallasmaa.
- Who directed Kochuu?
- Kochuu was directed by Jesper Wachtmeister.
- Who stars in Kochuu?
- Kochuu stars Tadao Ando, Sverre Fehn, Toyo Ito, Kisho Kurokawa.
- How long is Kochuu?
- Kochuu has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Kochuu?
- Kochuu is a Documentary, History film.
- Where was Kochuu produced?
- Kochuu was produced in Sweden.
- What are the themes of Kochuu?
- The themes of Kochuu include: Wetlands and Bird Sanctuary Peace, Ancient Evolution and Nature Origins, Botanical Wonders and the Plant World.