Carving the Divine: Buddhist Sculptors of Japan is a documentary that offers fresh insight into a 1400-year-old Buddhist woodcarving tradition and the artisans striving to preserve this art in contemporary Japan. The documentary follows the life and work of a Buddhist sculpture professional, his master, and his disciples, opening a window into what it means to embark on this unique life path. It explores not only the technical and spiritual aspects of this craft but also how the process of carving these sculptures becomes a journey of self-discovery, leading to the pursuit of a distinctive, tradition-bound form of creativity.

The screening will feature the 98-minute full version of the film, followed by a live Zoom Q&A session with director Yujiro Seki, who will share the origin story and vision behind this cross-disciplinary project.

Open to the public.