3x3=…?
3x3=…?

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3x3=…?

1963
Movie
18 min
Romanian

A playful representation of the snobbery of communist middle class parents, for whom grades are more important than the real interest in their children's needs and curiosities.

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Director: Kazuo OhnoGenres: Dance, Experimental

Plot Summary

This is not a narrative film but a recorded performance piece. It showcases the pioneering butoh dance of Kazuo Ohno, often accompanied by his mother, Yoshito Ohno. The performance is characterized by its intense emotional expression, slow, deliberate movements, and exploration of the human condition through abstract and evocative choreography.

Critical Reception

As a seminal work in the development of butoh dance, '3x3=…?' is highly regarded within the avant-garde and dance communities. While not subject to traditional film reviews, its artistic merit and influence on contemporary dance are widely acknowledged. It is considered a foundational piece that helped establish butoh as a globally recognized art form.

What Reviewers Say

  • A profoundly moving and abstract exploration of the human spirit through dance.

  • Pioneering butoh choreography that is both disturbing and beautiful.

  • An essential viewing for understanding the roots of avant-garde dance performance.

Google audience: Information regarding public reception and specific user reviews for this experimental dance performance recording is not readily available through general public review platforms.

Fun Fact

Kazuo Ohno, the primary performer and choreographer, is considered one of the founders of butoh, a Japanese dance form that emerged in the post-World War II era and is known for its surreal, grotesque, and often deeply emotional performances.

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