Kochuu (2003)
Overview
A film about modern Japanese architecture, its roots in the Japanese tradition and its impact on the Nordic building-tradition. Winding its way through visions of the future, traditions, nature, concrete, gardens and high-tech, KOCHUU tells us how contemporary Japanese architects strive to unite the ways of modern man with the old philosophies in astounding constructions. Interviews with, and works by, Japanese architects Tadad Ando, Kisho Kurokawa, Toyo Ito and Kazuo Shinohara and Scandinavian architects Sverre Fehn, Kristian Gullichsen and Juhani Pallasmaa.
Where to watch Kochuu
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Hoopla | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Canada | Hoopla | — | — |
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What is Kochuu about?
A film about modern Japanese architecture, its roots in the Japanese tradition and its impact on the Nordic building-tradition. Winding its way through visions of the future, traditions, nature, concrete, gardens and high-tech, KOCHUU tells us how contemporary Japanese architects strive to unite the ways of modern man with the old philosophies in astounding constructions. Interviews with, and works by, Japanese architects Tadad Ando, Kisho Kurokawa, Toyo Ito and Kazuo Shinohara and Scandinavian architects Sverre Fehn, Kristian Gullichsen and Juhani Pallasmaa. Kochuu is a Documentary, History movie, released on 2003-05-23, runtime 52 minutes.
Is Kochuu worth watching?
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Where can I watch Kochuu?
In the United States, Kochuu is free to watch on Hoopla and can be rented from Amazon Video. The table on this page lists 1 more country. Movie World also lists online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Jesper Wachtmeister
Cast
- Tadao Ando as Himself
- Sverre Fehn as Himself
- Toyo Ito as Himself
- Kisho Kurokawa as Himself
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Sources
Details and the 6.5/10 rating from Kochuu on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.