Rebuilding an Old Japanese House
Synopsis
Five Japanese carpenters came to Boston that summer to reconstruct a Kyoto silkweaver's 150 year old townhouse that had been packed in crates and shipped to Boston Children's Museum. This first-hand observation of traditional tools and woodworking techniques chronicles the assembly process. In the progress of construction the contractor performed three Shinto housebuilding ceremonies.
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 1, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Leacock, Rachel Strickland
- Original Title
- Rebuilding an Old Japanese House
- Spoken Languages
- English, Japanese
- Runtime
- 59m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Leacock, Rachel Strickland
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Leacock
Director
Rachel Strickland
Director
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What is Rebuilding an Old Japanese House about?
Five Japanese carpenters came to Boston that summer to reconstruct a Kyoto silkweaver's 150 year old townhouse that had been packed in crates and shipped to Boston Children's Museum. This first-hand observation of traditional tools and woodworking techniques chronicles the assembly process. In the progress of construction the contractor performed three Shinto housebuilding ceremonies.
Who directed Rebuilding an Old Japanese House?
Rebuilding an Old Japanese House was directed by Richard Leacock, Rachel Strickland.
Who stars in Rebuilding an Old Japanese House?
The principal cast of Rebuilding an Old Japanese House includes Not specified.
When was Rebuilding an Old Japanese House released and how long is it?
Rebuilding an Old Japanese House was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 59m.