Book-Paper-Scissors
Originally released in 2020. Book-Paper-Scissors is a documentary film. directed by Nanako Hirose.
Synopsis
Nobuyoshi Kikuchi has devoted his life to books. Over the course of his career, he has designed more than 15,000 book covers. Even in the digital age, he still works with a ruler, scissors, and pencils, creating unique fonts, and being meticulous about the properties of the chosen paper. He enjoys the personal exchange with authors, a good cup of coffee, and a stroll through the flea market. Nanako Hirose presents a fascinating portrait of a seemingly old-fashioned personality – but maybe it is exactly this kind of personality which can give an inspiration to reflect on the really valuable things in life?
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 9, 2020
5 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Book-Paper-Scissors about?
Nobuyoshi Kikuchi has devoted his life to books. Over the course of his career, he has designed more than 15,000 book covers. Even in the digital age, he still works with a ruler, scissors, and pen...
Who directed Book-Paper-Scissors?
Book-Paper-Scissors was directed by Nanako Hirose.
How long is Book-Paper-Scissors?
Book-Paper-Scissors has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Book-Paper-Scissors released?
Book-Paper-Scissors was released on July 9, 2020 in theaters.