Perfect days

"Hirayama works as a cleaner in Tokyo's public toilets. He thrives on a simple life and a highly structured daily routine. He has a passion for music, books and trees, which he likes to photograph. His past resurfaces through unexpected encounters. A moving and poetic reflection on the search for beauty in everyday life. Released in 2023, this film by Wim Wenders pays tribute to Japanese filmmaker Yasujiro Ozu. (Editor)

Perfect Days, suggested for purchase by English teacher Zelda Moureu-Vose, is available at the Pôle documentaire. As an added bonus, the main character, a maintenance worker, introduces us to the famous "intelligent" transparent toilets in Tokyo Park, designed by architect Shigeru Ban to the tune of Lou Reed...

The complete list of our audiovisual acquisitions for December can be found HERE