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Cherry Blossom (S)

Original title: Sakura (Cherry Blossom) / Haru no Gensou (Spring Fantasy)
Year: 1946
Running time: 8 min.
Country: Japan
Director: Kenzô Masaoka
Screenwriter: Kenzô Masaoka
Cast: Animation
Music: Carl Maria von Weber, Leopold Stokowski
Cinematography: Animation, Kiyoji Nishikura (B&W)
Producer: Nihon Manga Eiga-sha
Genre: Animation. Fantasy | Short Film (Animated)
Synopsis: Sakura is arguably Masaoka’s most lyrical film. The sensuality of the movement and the harmonious way the animation flows with the score of German Romantic composer Carl Maria von Weber’s Invitation to the Dance (the Berlioz arrangement conducted by Leopold Stokowski) is truly a delight to behold. There is no dialogue in this film. Instead, we witness the awakening of spring, with butterfly-like fairies taking flight to celebrate the cherry blossoms. In addition to the fantasy and natural elements, maiko (geisha in training) in full kimono and geta are shown dancing and running in the park in celebration of hanami (cherry blossom viewing).

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Cherry Blossom (S)

1946

Kenzô Masaoka