Tracing the thread…
His films document traditional craftsmanship and rural material cultures, including pottery traditions in evolving Chinese communities.
Werner Herzog GermanyHis documentaries explore human obsession with craft and creation, including deep investigations into artisanal practices and their cultural significance.
Agnès Varda FranceHer films celebrate everyday creativity and craftsmanship, particularly in documentaries where she explores how people make meaning through hands-on artistic work.