In this blog post, I’ll summarize my reasons for choosing the documentary ‘Non-Fiction Diary’, analyze its sequences, and share my thoughts on it. Reasons for Choosing the Film I particularly enjoy crime films. I have a strong interest in works based on real events—such as ‘Memories of Murder’, ‘Children’, ‘The Voice’, and international films...
Where does the line between fiction film and documentary lie, as illustrated by Kim Ki-duk’s ‘Arirang’?
In this blog post, we will examine the ambiguous relationship between fiction film and documentary, focusing on director Kim Ki-duk’s ‘Arirang’. The Traditional Distinction Between Fiction Film and Documentary Generally, a feature film is created by filming a story based on a script and acting, whereas a documentary focuses on observing and capturing spontaneous situations and...
A Frame That Reflects on the Space Between Fact and Fiction?
In this blog post, I will examine the intersection between documentary and narrative film through Errol Morris’s ‘A Thin Blue Line’. The philosopher Clément Rosset once said, “The reason film can be an art form lies in its paradoxical position on the boundary between reality and art—that is, between the same and the other. Furthermore, it is more important for cinema to capture...
Is the “calling to be a doctor” portrayed by Patch Adams possible in reality?
In this blog post, I’d like to explore how the laughter- and empathy-centered therapeutic philosophy depicted in the movie ‘Patch Adams’ aligns with my own dream of a “calling to be a doctor,” as well as the possibilities and limitations of putting it into practice in the real world of medicine. The Story of the Movie ‘Patch Adams’ The film begins with Patch Adams voluntarily...
What Do “Capitalism: A Love Story” and Michael Moore’s Storytelling Tell Us?
In this blog post, I will examine Michael Moore’s storytelling and documentary style, focusing on his latest film, “Capitalism: A Love Story.” Believing that everyone’s story is the best story, I became deeply interested in the documentary genre because I wanted to capture stories about how people around the world live through my travels, and I have a feeling I’ll be immersed in...
What themes does the Korean independent film ‘Warang Sori’ explore?
In this blog post, I’ll explain why I chose ‘Warang Sori’—the first documentary I ever watched alone in a movie theater—and summarize the film’s structure, themes, and my impressions. Why I Chose This Film Documentaries are a genre I often encounter in daily life and generally enjoy, but I rarely sought them out with the same interest I do for dramas. Then, I heard that “Warang...
Will the art of Putri Village truly disappear amid redevelopment, as the documentary suggests?
In this blog post, I will examine how the redevelopment of Putri Village has affected the lives and identities of traditional artists through an analysis of the documentary’s form and sequences. Form/Theme Analysis From the perspective of Bill Nichols’ six genres of documentary, this film combines elements of observational and participatory documentary. While observing real events and...
Why Is ‘Kingdom of Heaven’ Being Reappraised?
In this blog post, I will share my thoughts and analysis focusing on Ridley Scott’s film ‘Kingdom of Heaven’ and the process of its reappraisal. Initial Reactions and the Resurgence of the Director’s Cut Like the phrase “God wills it,” the film “Kingdom of Heaven,” which presents religious symbolism and grand themes, achieved lackluster box office results compared to expectations at the...
How does Joshua Oppenheimer’s ‘The Act of Killing’ reveal the “responsibility” for the 1965 Indonesian massacre through the stories of Ramli and Adi?
In this blog post, we will examine how Adi’s pursuit—through the lens of ‘The Act of Killing’’s narrative and documentary techniques—exposes the perpetrators’ arrogance and societal amnesia, and what it demands of the audience. Film Overview Genre: Documentary / Country of Production: Denmark / Director: Joshua Oppenheimer. Synopsis: Amid the memories of the 1965 Indonesian...
How Should We View Eugene Chui, the Architect of Nature?
In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at Eugene Chui’s character, architectural philosophy, and the evolution of his work as portrayed in the documentary ‘Architect of Nature’. First Impressions of His Work When I first encountered the phrase “Architect of Nature,” the image that came to mind was that of a free-spirited, self-centered artist. I thought of people who...