Saint Sebastian
Synopsis
Saint Sebastian was filmed by Fiona Tan at the annual ‘Toshiya’ in Kyoto, a coming-of-age ceremony for women aged twenty in 2001. It was for the first time ever that a film camera was allowed to capture the procedings. Dressed in traditional kimono hundreds of young women perform the Japanese art of archery in a ritual that has persisted for over four centuries, combining female grace and beauty with the typically male skills of physical and mental strength. The monumental video installation is presented on both sides of a large single screen which hangs diagonally in the exhibition space.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fiona Tan
- Original Title
- Saint Sebastian
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fiona Tan
Department Leadership Roster
Fiona Tan
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Saint Sebastian.
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What is Saint Sebastian about?
Saint Sebastian was filmed by Fiona Tan at the annual ‘Toshiya’ in Kyoto, a coming-of-age ceremony for women aged twenty in 2001. It was for the first time ever that a film camera was allowed to capture the procedings. Dressed in traditional kimono hundreds of young women perform the Japanese art of archery in a ritual that has persisted for over four centuries, combining female grace and beauty with the typically male skills of physical and mental strength. The monumental video installation is presented on both sides of a large single screen which hangs diagonally in the exhibition space.
Who directed Saint Sebastian?
Saint Sebastian was directed by Fiona Tan.
Who stars in Saint Sebastian?
The principal cast of Saint Sebastian includes Not specified.
When was Saint Sebastian released and how long is it?
Saint Sebastian was released in 2001 with a total runtime of Unknown.