Plot — What is Ink Music: In the Land of the Hundred-Tongued Lyricist about?
Everyone in Japan knows his work, yet few recognize his face. Chris Mosdell, British expatriate, pop lyricist, poet and visual artist, during his 30-year residence in Tokyo has written chart-topping hits with some of Japan's most influential musicians and composers, penned lyrics to anime film scores, and run with the multimedia underground of that city's avant-garde. Ink Music: In The Land Of The Hundred-Tongued Lyricist is a 90-minute documentary film detailing those artistic relationships in the expansive career of artistic word-smith, Chris Mosdell. Shot in HD on-location in Tokyo and Fukui, Japan, and New York City, USA, the film highlights Mosdell's rise from obscure expatriate bohemian poet to renowned lyricist for Japan's biggest band ever, Yellow Magic Orchestra (YMO). The story is told through exclusive interviews. Tokyo itself also figures into the narrative as a major character, featuring copious clips of original footage from inside the city that inspires Mosdell's work.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2009 |
| Genre | Documentary, Music |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 90 min |
Ink Music: In the Land of the Hundred-Tongued Lyricist — FAQ
Is Ink Music: In the Land of the Hundred-Tongued Lyricist worth watching? Everyone in Japan knows his work, yet few recognize his face. Chris Mosdell, British expatriate, pop lyricist, poet and visual artist, during his 30-year residence in Tokyo has written chart-topping hits with some of Jap
Who directed Ink Music: In the Land of the Hundred-Tongued Lyricist? Directed by Brian Comerford.
Who is in the cast of Ink Music: In the Land of the Hundred-Tongued Lyricist? It stars Yoko Kanno, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Chris Mosdell, Maaya Sakamoto, Yukihiro Takahashi, Kazuhiko Kato and more.
Where can I stream Ink Music: In the Land of the Hundred-Tongued Lyricist? Streaming availability for Ink Music: In the Land of the Hundred-Tongued Lyricist is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Ink Music: In the Land of the Hundred-Tongued Lyricist release? It released in 2009.
