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The Sion Sono

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2016 · 97 min Documentary
6.4 / 10 · TMDB

Directed by Arata Oshima, son of rebel filmmaker Nagisa Oshima, who had praised Sono's early work before his passing, this documentary gives insight into the man, the poet, the painter, the scriptwriter, the husband and the boy who will eventually grow up to be the Sion Sono. Lineage, history and the past meeting the present are themes in this film in which Oshima connects the dots in Sono's creative life by taking the camera to the site of his upbringing and following the production of his most recent film The Whispering Star.

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Original Title 園子温という生きもの
Year 2016
Country Japan
Genre Documentary
Director Arata Oshima
Runtime 97 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.4/10 (8 votes)

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The Sion Sono has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.4/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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