13 Oct 2022
TS Eliot: Into 'The Waste Land'
An exploration of TS Eliot's The Waste Land, in its centenary year, that for the first time uncovers the personal story behind Eliot's creation of his celebrated poem.
Traces of the Soul
Unlike digital communication, handwriting carries something beyond literal meaning, something of the soul.
Through the eyes of twelve international artists "Traces of the soul" explores the world of contemporary calligraphy and why it is an increasingly relevant art form in this digital age. The film reveals how the art, philosophies, and life stories of these artists, whose diverse work is rooted in the ancient traditions of calligraphy, reflect and engage with the modern world.
Top Billed Cast
Koji Kakinuma Himself
El Seed Himself
Nakajima Hiroyuki Himself
Soraya Syed Herself
Jake Weidmann Himself
Ghalamdar Himself
Dia Batal Herself
Zhao Yizhou Himself
Paul Antonio Himself
Shinzan Miyamae Himself
Karl "KOBE" O'brien Himself
Shoho Teramoto Herself
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