Tokyo Phoenix, the Rise of Modern Japan (2017)
20 May 2017 • Documentary, History • 1h 30m
In 150 years, twice marked by total destruction - a terrible earthquake in 1923, and incendiary bombings in 1945 - followed by a spectacular rebirth, Tokyo, the feudal city, has become the largest and most futuristic capital in the world in a transformation process fueled by the exceptional resilience of its inhabitants, and nourished by a unique phenomenon of cultural hybridization. Its epic story is brought back to life using exceptional colorized and restored footage.
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French, English, Japanese, German
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France
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