In Search of Ozu

Overview

Filmmaker Daniel Raim explores Yasujiro Ozu's extraordinary late career in this insightful documentary. Highlighting Ozu's transition from black and white to color, Raim pays homage to the legendary director by showcasing rare archival materials, including his personal diary and the iconic red teakettle from "Equinox Flower" (1958). Conversations with Ozu's nephew and the producer of his poignant final film, "An Autumn Afternoon" (1962), enrich the narrative. Throughout, Raim weaves together memorable scenes and imagery from Ozu's vibrant and deeply humanistic body of work, celebrating the lasting impact of the cinematic master.