Naoshima (Dream on the Tongue) (2014)
Naoshima is a small Japanese island in the Seto inland sea hosting a fascinating contemporary art sponsoring project since the 90s. Urged by a businessman, museums and outdoor installations have grown in number on Naoshima, which was until then only populated by fishermen, farmers and workers, and affected by the post-industrial exodus, a decline in population and its local economy. NAOSHIMA (DREAM ON THE TONGUE) is the exploration of this island, as a place for unexpected exchange between contemporary art, traditions, and everyday life.
Director: Claire Laborey
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 67 min
Release Date: November 15, 2014
Original Language: ja
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Naoshima (Dream on the Tongue) about?
- Naoshima is a small Japanese island in the Seto inland sea hosting a fascinating contemporary art sponsoring project since the 90s. Urged by a businessman, museums and outdoor installations have grown in number on Naoshima, which was until then only populated by fishermen, farmers and workers, and affected by the post-industrial exodus, a decline in population and its local economy. NAOSHIMA (DREAM ON THE TONGUE) is the exploration of this island, as a place for unexpected exchange between contemporary art, traditions, and everyday life.
- Who directed Naoshima (Dream on the Tongue)?
- Naoshima (Dream on the Tongue) was directed by Claire Laborey.
- How long is Naoshima (Dream on the Tongue)?
- Naoshima (Dream on the Tongue) has a runtime of 1h 7m (67 minutes).
- What genre is Naoshima (Dream on the Tongue)?
- Naoshima (Dream on the Tongue) is a Documentary film.