Question 1

Why was The Koumiko Mystery filmed in Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Director Chris Marker was in Tokyo to document the 1964 Summer Olympics, and filmed the movie during that time.

Question 2

Which festival featured The Koumiko Mystery in 1965?

Accepted Answer

The film was presented at the Locarno International Film Festival in 1965.

Question 3

Who composed the music for The Koumiko Mystery?

Accepted Answer

The music was composed by Tôru Takemitsu.

Question 4

What is the central theme of The Koumiko Mystery?

Accepted Answer

Koumiko Muraoka, a young Japanese woman born in Manchuria and educated in France, wanders through Tokyo while reflecting on identity, memory, and what it means to be Japanese in a rapidly changing world.

Question 5

Who directed and narrated The Koumiko Mystery?

Accepted Answer

Chris Marker directed the film and also provided the narration.

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