Kawasaki Keirin (2016)
In the industrial city of Kawasaki, on the corner of the street where my grandparents used to live, bettors of keirin — a cycling race developed in post-war — gather in a tiny bar busy drinking, chatting and gambling at the velodrome nearby. Most are old men who struggle to make a living for themselves; most have lived in this town their whole lives. This film frankly captured with a fixed camera, gives voice to the lives of the elderly men who have been left behind by Japan's economy.
Director: Sayaka Mizuno
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 41 min
Release Date: June 19, 2016
Screenplay
- Sayaka Mizuno (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Masanori Omori, Sayaka Mizuno
Editing: Gabriel Gonzalez
Country: Switzerland
Language: English, Français, 日本語
Original Language: ja
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Kawasaki Keirin about?
- In the industrial city of Kawasaki, on the corner of the street where my grandparents used to live, bettors of keirin — a cycling race developed in post-war — gather in a tiny bar busy drinking, chatting and gambling at the velodrome nearby. Most are old men who struggle to make a living for themselves; most have lived in this town their whole lives. This film frankly captured with a fixed camera, gives voice to the lives of the elderly men who have been left behind by Japan's economy.
- Who directed Kawasaki Keirin?
- Kawasaki Keirin was directed by Sayaka Mizuno.
- How long is Kawasaki Keirin?
- Kawasaki Keirin has a runtime of 41m (41 minutes).
- What genre is Kawasaki Keirin?
- Kawasaki Keirin is a Documentary film.
- Where was Kawasaki Keirin produced?
- Kawasaki Keirin was produced in Switzerland.