The New God (1999)
"Atarashî kamisama" (original title)

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Intelligent, moving and funny portrayal of Japanese youth
4 May 2003 | by (Aarhus, Denmark) – See all my reviews

A left-wing anarchist director hands down a camera to the female lead singer of an extreme right-wing punk-rock band. This film is amazing. The growth of the girl. The portrayal of the current generation in Japan. The performance of the band which is entertaining in it's own right. It is a movie about a live human being and how she develops in a society which is "choking in peace and stability". It is a film about seeking ones place in a society. In believing in something. Even if that something is a concept such as an emperor. It also touches upon the different political stances between the portrayed and the portrayer, who actually takes a very active part during this movie. This is the way to make movie. Put a camera out into the world and let the world play with it, and all the while aiming at something and making that something develop. Indirectly directing. Oh, and this is in someways a love story as well. The pacing is slow. It is mainly the girl talking to the camera, but it also includes sequences of North Korea and of course the shocking live performances of the band. The Japanese DVD includes English subtitles. Enjoy it!


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