Walking in Circles: Shinjuku with Hisayasu Sato: Part 3

About This Movie

Walking in Circles: Part 3 is this intriguing dive back into Shinjuku by Hisayasu Satô, where he revisits the very spots he captured in his earlier works like Kyrie Eleison and Turtle Vision. The atmosphere feels almost nostalgic but haunting, with Satô reflecting on the passage of time and the echoes of his previous films. The pacing is contemplative, inviting you to linger on the visuals and the subtle changes in the environment. There’s a rawness in the documentary style, grounding it in reality while still feeling very much like a personal journey. The practical effects are non-existent here, as the real draw is Satô's performance—his introspection is palpable, and you can't help but feel the weight of his experiences. It’s definitely distinctive in how it approaches the concept of revisiting one's past.

Part of The Films of Hisayasu Satô: Volume #3 Blu-ray set · Bonus feature offering unique insights into his creative process · Interesting juxtaposition of past and present