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Black Gold(2024)

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Tamil100 mins

Black Gold (2024) is a 100-minute Tamil film directed by Takashi Sugimoto. Starring Takashi Sugimoto and João Gomes.

Director:Takashi Sugimoto
Mood:
emotionalinspiringuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
15 November 2024
Director
Takashi Sugimoto
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 40m

Storyline

“Black Gold” is a visually striking film directed by a Japanese filmmaker, blending a minimalist aesthetic with the natural beauty of rural India – a true visual feast for cinephiles. Every detail is crafted with precision, reflecting a uniquely Japanese perspective.

A Japanese lens on India's hidden beauty.

Film Details

Rating
100Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date15 November 2024

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringuplifting
Themes
identitysurvivalfamily
Tonepoetic
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencearthouse
Best Withalone
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability4

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Cast & Crew

#1
T
Takashi SugimotoDirector
#2
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João GomesMusic

Trivia

  • The director Takashi Sugimoto is known for his work in Japanese television documentaries, making this his first major feature-length film in India.
  • The film was shot entirely on location in rural Tamil Nadu, capturing the region's landscapes without using studio sets.
  • It uses a unique visual style inspired by Japanese 'wabi-sabi', finding beauty in natural imperfections and simplicity.
  • The documentary focuses on the lives of traditional artisans, contrasting their slow craftsmanship with modern industrial methods.
  • The soundtrack blends ambient sounds from the environment with sparse, minimalist music to enhance the meditative feel.
  • Despite being a Tamil documentary, it premiered at an international film festival in Japan before its India release.
  • The cinematographer spent months living in the villages to capture the changing light and seasons authentically.

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