Silent film screening by a band and katsudo benshi

*Information at the time of adoption.

Name of the organization or individual

Otowaza

subsidy category

Tokyo Arts and Culture Promotion Subsidy

Grant Type

single year

2012 Tokyo Arts and Culture Promotion Grant

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Business Overview

A silent film with a live performance by a benshi and a orchestra will be screened at "Nippon Connection," a film festival dedicated to Japanese film and culture being held in Frankfurt, Germany. In addition, Otowaza will perform live at the opening and closing receptions of the festival.

implementation period

Tuesday, Wednesday, May 2, 2012 –8

Place of implementation

Goethe University Reception Hall, Main Hall (Frankfurt)

*Information such as project outlines is provided by organizations and individuals providing subsidies.

Profile

[Otowaza]
Otowaza is the only orchestra in the world that uses only Japanese instruments to accompany silent movies with active benshi. They perform a wide range of music beyond the framework of traditional Japanese music, from classical music to popular music and anime songs, using only Japanese instruments. In addition to silent movies, he also provides live accompaniment for plays and events.