Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Shugendo Now

Japan

Beautifully shot, composed and edited, this was an attempt to enlighten Western audiences on the ancient Japanese rituals and superstitious beliefs revolving around mountain worship. These practices were banned during the Meiji Restoration but now are being revived and made relevant to Japanese who are becoming disillusioned by modern, materialistic life.

Superb use of locations. Some of the editing was too frenetic and some camera work too MTV but the respect shown the lives of the mountain followers came through clearly and was worthy of our time and consideration.

Inspirational, moving.

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