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The video discusses the production challenges faced by the team of "Black Rain," a film directed by Ridley Scott and shot mainly in Osaka, Japan. The Western filmmakers encountered strict regulations and resistance from Japanese authorities, necessitating adaptation to local procedures and contributing to broader issues in the Japanese film industry, such as the difficulty in obtaining filming permissions. Additionally, the video touches upon moral and cultural differences between Japanese and Western societies, with a focus on their individualistic versus collective frameworks. These cultural contrasts are depicted in "Black Rain," offering insights to audiences in both Japan and America.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on the challenges encountered by the production team of “Black Rain,” a film directed by Ridley Scott and shot mostly in Osaka, Japan. The Western filmmakers, accustomed to American filming procedures, faced strict regulations and resistance from Japanese authorities, resulting in communication barriers and limits on shooting locations. Despite these hurdles, including dealing with large crowds and rigorous schedules, the filmmakers adapted and completed the film. This situation highlights broader issues within the Japanese film industry, such as difficulties even local directors face in obtaining filming permissions, contributing to the industry’s decline.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses an incident involving colleagues who stole money from drug dealers, highlighting differences in moral perspectives. The conversation then shifts to cultural contrasts between Japanese and Western societies, noting the collective, family-oriented nature of Japanese society versus the individualistic approach often seen in the West. The speaker finds it intriguing to explore how these cultural differences are portrayed in films like “Black Rain,” which serve as reference points for audiences in both Japan and America.