East Meets West
Synopsis
This documentary celebrates the bringing together of two very different musical traditions: the drumming techniques of the Kodo Drummers of Sado Island, Japan, and the traditional Ir ish music performed by Donal Lunny and Coolfin. Having invited Donal Lunny and his band to play at the 1996 and 1997 Earth Celebrations on Sado Island, The Kodo Drummers made their first trip to Dublin, Ireland, in July 1998 to perform a series of concerts with the Donal Lunny Band. From barely audible pianissimos to earth-shattering explosions of sound, Kodo masterfully combine pr imal energy with virtuoso refinement.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
In Concert
Festival / Special Debut
January 29, 2008
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Corkey
- Original Title
- East Meets West
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Corkey
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Corkey
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is East Meets West about?
This documentary celebrates the bringing together of two very different musical traditions: the drumming techniques of the Kodo Drummers of Sado Island, Japan, and the traditional Ir ish music performed by Donal Lunny and Coolfin. Having invited Donal Lunny and his band to play at the 1996 and 1997 Earth Celebrations on Sado Island, The Kodo Drummers made their first trip to Dublin, Ireland, in July 1998 to perform a series of concerts with the Donal Lunny Band. From barely audible pianissimos to earth-shattering explosions of sound, Kodo masterfully combine pr imal energy with virtuoso refinement.
Who directed East Meets West?
East Meets West was directed by Robert Corkey.
Who stars in East Meets West?
The principal cast of East Meets West includes Kodō Drummers, Dónal Lunny.
When was East Meets West released and how long is it?
East Meets West was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for East Meets West?
East Meets West holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).