Hopscotch
Synopsis
Kenji Kanesaka’s Hopscotch was presented as an event at Sogetsu Art Center in 1967, in order to create the sound recording for the film. Participants included filmmakers, musicians, and artists such as Yasunao Tone (composer), Yosuke Yamashita (jazz pianist), Jiro Takamatsu (artist), Shigechika Sato (film critic), Nobuhiko Obayashi (filmmaker), Rikyro Miyai, and others. Tone gave instructions to “hiku" (to play), a Japanese verb with multiple meanings which performers interpreted to play Majong, subtract numbers on a black board, pull the trigger of an air gun, saw a block of wood, draw a bow, etc.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kenji Kanesaka
- Original Title
- Hopscotch
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kenji Kanesaka
Department Leadership Roster
Kenji Kanesaka
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hopscotch
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hopscotch about?
Kenji Kanesaka’s Hopscotch was presented as an event at Sogetsu Art Center in 1967, in order to create the sound recording for the film. Participants included filmmakers, musicians, and artists such as Yasunao Tone (composer), Yosuke Yamashita (jazz pianist), Jiro Takamatsu (artist), Shigechika Sato (film critic), Nobuhiko Obayashi (filmmaker), Rikyro Miyai, and others. Tone gave instructions to “hiku" (to play), a Japanese verb with multiple meanings which performers interpreted to play Majong, subtract numbers on a black board, pull the trigger of an air gun, saw a block of wood, draw a bow, etc.
Who directed Hopscotch?
Hopscotch was directed by Kenji Kanesaka.
Who stars in Hopscotch?
The principal cast of Hopscotch includes Not specified.
When was Hopscotch released and how long is it?
Hopscotch was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 10m.