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The Vessel of Words - Directed by Makoto Ishii

  • Oct 13, 2025
  • 1 min read

Project Type: Documentary Short Film

Project Title: The Vessel of Words – Calligrapher Taku Kosugi

Brief Synopsis: A poetic short documentary following Japanese calligrapher Taku Kosugi. Through his brush and ink, the film explores the silence, spirituality, and human depth behind the act of writing. Each stroke becomes a quiet prayer, revealing how art and life interweave beyond words.

Runtime:17M53S

Completion Date: April 2025

Country of Origin: Japan

Language: Japanese (with English subtitles)



Credits

Director: Makoto Ishii

Writer: Makoto Ishii

Producer: GRAIN.MOV

Cinematographer:

Editor: Makoto Ishii

Key Cast:Taku Kosugi, Ikuko Sato, Ayako Ishigaki, Takayuki Noguchi

 
 
 

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