Sumo East and West

Name: Sumo East and West
Genre: Talk & Interview, Documentary, Arts
Released: June 8, 2004

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PBS | Air Date: June 8, 2004

Summary: Director Ferne Pearlstein explores the often misunderstood world of sumo wrestling. The ancient Japanese practice is changing, thanks to American interest. While Western sumo wrestling has brought more attention to the sport, it also ignores many of the important cultural traditions that contribute to true sumo wrestling. Supporters ofDirector Ferne Pearlstein explores the often misunderstood world of sumo wrestling. The ancient Japanese practice is changing, thanks to American interest. While Western sumo wrestling has brought more attention to the sport, it also ignores many of the important cultural traditions that contribute to true sumo wrestling. Supporters of Japanese sumo will have to decide whether American interference is helping or hindering.… Expand

Genre(s): Talk & Interview, Documentary, Arts

Season 5 Episodes

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S5:E31. The Amasong Chorus: Singing Out
Air Date: June 15, 2004
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S5:E30. Sumo East and West
Air Date: June 8, 2004
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S5:E29. Cosmopolitan
Air Date: June 1, 2004

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