The Summer I Danced in Busan – Strange Dance

Shoichi Fukushi

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The Summer I Danced in Busan – Strange Dance
Video ID number
V00633
Recording date
1997

Overview

A documentary following Fukushi Shoichi's participation in the Busan International Seaside Dance Festival in summer 1997. In addition to an interview in which Fukushi discusses his own philosophy on dance, the programme highlights other aspects of his work through conversations with butoh dancer Mori Shigeya and folklorist Akasaka Norio, both of whom have had a strong influence on him. It also includes a discussion with Fukushi Teruko, who works alongside him. The documentary showcases Fukushi’s unique approach to dance as he improvises in the markets and on the beaches of Busan, joining strangers and creating emotional exchanges in each moment, revealing the true essence of his style of work.

Details

Title
The Summer I Danced in Busan – Strange Dance
Performance creator(s)
Shoichi Fukushi
Venue
Busan
Performance date(s)
1997
Performer(s) and staff
Butoh: Shoichi Fukushi
Interviewee: Shigeya Mori, Teruko Fukushi, Katsuzo Ohtaka, Norio Akasaka
Planning and Production: OMIYA VISUAL IMAGE PRODUCTION
Director: Toshio Suzuki
Photography: Takashi Tokita
Genre
Butoh

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