A few times a year, a beautiful phenomenon called Diamond Fuji occurs when the rising or setting sun aligns with the peak of Mt. Fuji, causing Mt. Fuji to shine bright like a diamond. Sasha departs on an expedition to Mt. Fuji, in order to...See moreA few times a year, a beautiful phenomenon called Diamond Fuji occurs when the rising or setting sun aligns with the peak of Mt. Fuji, causing Mt. Fuji to shine bright like a diamond. Sasha departs on an expedition to Mt. Fuji, in order to make an experimental documentary film about the source of his fascination. At the foot of Mt. Fuji, he encounters numerous amateur photographers, and the infamous Master, Ohyama-Yukio, who has devoted over 40 years to photographing Mt. Fuji. Sasha gradually shifts his lens towards those behind the cameras, trying to reflect himself through local photographers, majestic nature, and his pocket digital camera. "Fujinoyamai" slides on the scale between the documentary and the fantastic, taking the viewer on a lively journey to the realm of Mt. Fuji and its admirers, beyond postcards and stereotyped images.
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