Plot
2025 film directed by Daniel Raim
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Why Watch This
The Ozu Diaries peels back the curtain on Yasujiro Ozu’s private notebooks, revealing the master’s meticulous visual philosophy. Daniel Raim weaves rare home movies and candid interviews into a lyrical portrait that feels both scholarly and deeply personal.
Best For
Documentary lovers, Film history buffs, Japanese cinema fans, Students of directing, Art-house seekers
The CinePearl Take
Raim’s direction is patient, echoing Ozu’s own measured pacing; each segment unfolds like a quiet tableau. The standout moment comes from the interview with Hirokazu Kore‑eda, whose reverent anecdotes illuminate Ozu’s lasting impact on modern storytelling. The film’s use of Ozu’s own diary entries as narration adds an intimate, almost meditative texture that elevates the documentary beyond mere biography.
If You Liked This, Try
The Last Emperor (1987) · The Story of Film: An Odyssey (2011) · Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011)
Cast & Crew
- Director
- Daniel Raim
- Writer
- Daniel Raim
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- 09 Feb 2025
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