Tsuchimoto Noriaki

This documentary runs for 100 minutes and features Noriaki Tsuchimoto as he reflects on his life and career. It highlights his journey into alcoholism during the production of "Afghan Spring" in Afghanistan in 1988. The film captures his candid conversations with close friends, including cameraman Koshiro Otsu and producer Tetsujiro Yamagami.

Tsuchimoto Noriaki showcases the personal side of a filmmaker who faced significant challenges throughout his life. The documentary is significant not only for its insights into Tsuchimoto's experiences but also for its examination of the impact of documentary filmmaking on personal well-being. Collectors of documentary films may find this work particularly interesting due to its rare glimpse into the life of a notable filmmaker and the themes of recovery and friendship that it presents.