Radiance

Finding the right words to describe a movie can be very difficult sometimes. Hardly anyone knows this better than Misako, who creates audio descriptions for the visually impaired. While developing the description for her current movie she’s not only struggling with its poetic and interpretive nature but also with the almost blind photographer Nakamori, who harshly criticizes her work in test screenings. Misako is initially offended, but when she sees Nakamori’s pictures, she feels a deep connection with the angry artist … (Synopsis from Japan FilmFest Hamburg)

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Film Festivals (selected): Cannes Film Festival, Japan Cuts, Japan FilmFest Hamburg
Available to stream on (subject to change): n/a