MICO MICO address

Feature Film Music / Korea

Intangible Asset No. 82

HD

201871

Intangible Asset No. 82Intangible Asset No. 82Intangible Asset No. 82
  • 1 x 89 min.
  • Clean, M/E
  • English script
  • 2008
  • © NHK in co-production with In The Sprocket Productions

This documentary follows a jazz drummer in his quest for intriguing "sounds." The protagonist is Australian musician Simon Barker, who embarks upon a long journey after being captivated by a CD of Korean percussion instruments. He simply has to meet the artist. Numerous inquiries finally yield a name: Kim Suk Chul, the great exponent of traditional Korean music. Unfortunately, Kim is in a hospital, and Barker is told it would be difficult to see him. However, Barker continues his quest. What is the secret of that distinctive rhythmic sensibility? To further his investigation, Barker begins to play with performers of traditional Korean music. Finally, at the end of his journey, he manages to meet Kim Suk Chul.

Copyright 2000-2008 Media International Corporation. All right reserved.