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Odoriko (2022)

Odoriko (2022)

Documentary
Release Date: 2022, November 8
Directors: Yoichiro Okutani
Countries: France, Japan, United States of America
Production: Cineric Creative, Documentary Dream Centre, 24images

Overview:

Odoriko performances are intense, sometimes acrobatic choreographies, performed in sumptuous costumes—at least, until the costumes come off, because these dancers practice the Japanese form of striptease theater. The art was once popular, but is now seen only in a few clubs in the country. Filming on mini-DV tape, as if he is not actually in the room, director Yoichiro Okutani observes the unusual, traditional profession of the odoriko and the contrast with the modern, everyday questions the women struggle with.