Storyline
Soji-ji (1979) is a video work documenting a chant recitation at a Zen temple. The chant recited by many monks does not proceed in unison like group singing. Each monk recites in sync with his breath, so that the intake of breath occurs at different moments. That is to say, each monk articulates the chant differently. Since there is no unified division, when the multiple chants overlap, an endless wave of chant (sutra) appears as a collective density or modality (at the same time, each monk’s steps form a totally different rhythm from the individual chants).
Key Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Soji-ji was released on January 1, 1979.
The runtime of Soji-ji is 18m.
Soji-ji is a Documentary movie.
Soji-ji is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Soji-ji was directed by Fujiko Nakaya.
Soji-ji is originally in Japanese.