4/20/2009
6:00PM
Sarratt Cinema
Presented by: Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville and the ZEN Production Committee
Japan (2009) Dir: Banmai Takahashi.
Based on the true story of the founder of Zen Buddhism (Zen Master Dogen), this lush, tranquil drama, set in 13th century Japan, brings to life Dogen’s search for enlightenment and the challenges he faced from the established Buddhist order as he worked to spread the practice of Zen. DVD. Japanese with English subtitles. Not Rated. 127 minutes.
Presented as part of the 1st Annual Nashville Cherry Blossom Festival. For additional information click here.