
Movie
Traces of the Soul (2018)
Unlike digital communication, handwriting carries something beyond literal meaning, something of the soul.
Documentary
Story
Through the eyes of twelve international artists "Traces of the soul" explores the world of contemporary calligraphy and why it is an increasingly relevant art form in this digital age. The film reveals how the art, philosophies, and life stories of these artists, whose diverse work is rooted in the ancient traditions of calligraphy, reflect and engage with the modern world.
Director: Martin Cooper Starring: Koji Kakinuma, El Seed, Nakajima Hiroyuki, Soraya Syed
Traces of the Soul Cast
- Koji Kakinuma as Himself
- El Seed as Himself
- Nakajima Hiroyuki as Himself
- Soraya Syed as Herself
- Jake Weidmann as Himself
- Ghalamdar as Himself
- Dia Batal as Herself
- Zhao Yizhou as Himself
- Paul Antonio as Himself
- Shinzan Miyamae as Himself
- Karl "KOBE" O'brien as Himself
- Shoho Teramoto as Herself
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