NYC PREMIERE A new breed of sumo wrestlers trains in Master Sakaigawa's Tokyo stable. The power, technique, and humanity of his pupils are on display as they take on both a centuries-old cultural tradition and a life-changing physical burden in their quest to become yokozuna. Lush cinematography frames the extraordinary athletes in this intimate survey of Japan’s national sport. - Brandon Harrison
The first screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Erik Shirai and producer Carolyn Hepburn.
All in-person screening venues provide sound amplification headphones upon request with venue management. IFC Center can also provide a T-Coil loop for compatible devices.