Just how ancient is sumo? - Lee Thompson
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Sumo wrestling is known across the world as a beloved form of entertainment, a grand display of strength, and an ode to Japan's ancient past and traditions. But surprisingly, many of these so-called "ancient" traditions were actually recent inventions. So, what were these fabricated practices, and how do they relate to sumo’s true history? Lee Thompson traces the evolution of the sport.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator
- Lee Thompson
- Director
- Masayoshi Nakamura, Good General
- Narrator
- Jack Cutmore-Scott
- Composer
- Zak Engel
- Sound Designer
- Zak Engel
