Synopsis
Maïto, a 14-year-old Krump dance prodigy from suburban Tokyo, navigates the pressures of school and a demanding career. Through the raw energy of his dance, he channels his unspoken emotions and the silent sacrifices of his mother in this intimate family portrait
Production :
Skeptic Films
Distribution :
EROIN CORP.
Contact :
Music :
Wilhelm Brandl
Editing :
Marie-Pier Grignon
Cinematographer :
Alexandre Nour Desjardins
In competition for :
Canadian Grand Prize
Jury Award
Best documentary
FIPRESCI award
Audience award Official competition
Direction
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Benjamin NicolasI'm a parisian-born and Montreal-based explorer at heart. My journey began in Paris as an actor and photographer, where I first discovered the power of storytelling. I eventually transitioned into directing documentaries, and over the past decade, travelled the world to develop narrative projects for both films and the advertising industry. I've had the privilege of directing 3 award-winning short