Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum
Synopsis
KODO – THE HEARTBEAT OF THE DRUM takes us deep into the world of Japan’s famed KODO company of percussionists and its school on the island of Sado. As the seasons go by we share the lives of teenagers who for two years commit themselves totally to the fulfilment of their dream: that of becoming a fully-fledged member of the KODO troupe. The only one of its kind in the world, this is a school that teaches not just an art form, but an entire way of life. The artistic director of the KODO ensemble is Tamasaburo Bando, the famous kabuki actor/dancer and Living National Treasure.
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Kodo | The Hearbeat of the Drum (DVD trailer)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-02-07
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 11, 2014
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Don Kent
- Original Title
- Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- BelAir Classiques
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Don Kent
Department Leadership Roster
Don Kent
Director
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What is Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum about?
KODO – THE HEARTBEAT OF THE DRUM takes us deep into the world of Japan’s famed KODO company of percussionists and its school on the island of Sado. As the seasons go by we share the lives of teenagers who for two years commit themselves totally to the fulfilment of their dream: that of becoming a fully-fledged member of the KODO troupe. The only one of its kind in the world, this is a school that teaches not just an art form, but an entire way of life. The artistic director of the KODO ensemble is Tamasaburo Bando, the famous kabuki actor/dancer and Living National Treasure.
Who directed Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum?
Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum was directed by Don Kent.
Who stars in Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum?
The principal cast of Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum includes Kodō Drummers, Tamasaburō Bandō V.
When was Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum released and how long is it?
Kodō: The Heartbeat of the Drum was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 55m.