A Ramble Through Cold Fish And Its Genesis With Scriptwriter Yoshiki Takahashi And Filmmaker Norman England
A Ramble Through Cold Fish And Its Genesis With Scriptwriter Yoshiki Takahashi And Filmmaker Norman England

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A Ramble Through Cold Fish And Its Genesis With Scriptwriter Yoshiki Takahashi And Filmmaker Norman England

2011
Movie
51 min
English

In this very long and very informative video interview, co-writer Yoshiki Takahashi explains how he got involved with Cold Fish and discusses his preparation of the script, the case that apparently inspired the film, the main characters, etc. The interview is conducted by filmmaker Norman England.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Norman EnglandGenres: Documentary, Horror, Crime

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the making of Sion Sono's controversial film 'Cold Fish,' offering a behind-the-scenes look at its creation. It features interviews with key figures involved in the film's production, including screenwriter Yoshiki Takahashi and director Norman England. The documentary explores the themes, inspirations, and challenges faced during the filming of 'Cold Fish,' providing insight into the creative process.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focused on the making of a specific film, 'A Ramble Through Cold Fish' has received niche attention primarily from fans of 'Cold Fish' and director Sion Sono. It is appreciated for offering a deeper understanding of the film's production and the creative minds behind it. General critical reception is less pronounced than for narrative films, with reviews often highlighting its value as supplementary material for the main feature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Provides valuable insight into the challenging production of Sion Sono's 'Cold Fish'.

  • Features interviews that shed light on the script's development and directorial choices.

  • Appreciated by fans for its in-depth look at a notorious horror film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this documentary are scarce and largely found within discussions of 'Cold Fish' itself. Those who have commented generally find it an interesting companion piece for those fascinated by the making of the film and its director.

Fun Fact

The documentary was directed by Norman England, who also provided the English subtitles for the original 'Cold Fish' film, offering a unique perspective on the material he was documenting.

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