Under Snow
Originally released in 2011. Under Snow is a documentary film. directed by Ulrike Ottinger.
Starring Eva Mattes
Synopsis
In Echigo, Japan, the snow often lies several feet deep well into May, covering landscapes and villages. Over the centuries, the inhabitants have organised their lives accordingly. In order to record their very distinctive forms of everyday life, their festivals, and religious rituals, Ulrike Ottinger journeyed to the mythical snow country – accompanied by two Kabuki performers. Taking the parts of the students Takeo and Mako, they follow in the footsteps of Bokushi Suzuki, who in the mid-19th century wrote his remarkable book “Snow Country Tales”.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Under Snow about?
In Echigo, Japan, the snow often lies several feet deep well into May, covering landscapes and villages. Over the centuries, the inhabitants have organised their lives accordingly. In order to reco...
Who directed Under Snow?
Under Snow was directed by Ulrike Ottinger.
How long is Under Snow?
Under Snow has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was Under Snow released?
Under Snow was released on September 15, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Under Snow?
The main cast of Under Snow includes Eva Mattes.