Watch the team behind the construction of the famed basilica show how they are bringing Gaudi’s grand visions for the building—now the tallest church in the world—to life.
From writer/director Tenzin Tasur and starring Tenzin Phurpatsang and Dhamchoe.
In a small Tibetan cafe in Queens, a cup of butter tea becomes a bridge between generations.
Filmed at Ngatso Cafe, Queens, New York
Festival Screenings & Awards
• Official Selection: New York Short Film Festival 2025 (U.S. Premiere)
• Short Film Competition Audience Award Winner: Tibet Film Festival Zurich 2025 (European Premiere)
Full film streaming free on YouTube starting February 17, just in time to watch for Losar, the Tibetan New Year.
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In English, the sky at dawn might simply be called “blue” turning into “orange.” In Japan, this fleeting transition has countless names.
Why did Japan give over 1,000 names to the colors of silence? In this video, we explore the profound philosophy behind Traditional Japanese Colors. From the forbidden aesthetics of the Edo period to the ancient “algorithm” of layering silk, discover how Japan didn’t just create colors—it captured moments before they disappeared.
We dive deep into:
The Coordinates of Memory: Why names like “Moegi” (Sprout Yellow) act as time capsules.
48 Browns & 100 Grays: The story of rebellion against luxury bans in the 17th century.
Kasane (Layering): The optical system of mixing light, long before digital design.
The Beauty of Fading: Why Indigo (Japan Blue) becomes more valuable as it ages.
“Name it. And it will live forever.”
Chapters:
00:00 The Nameless Gradient
01:19 Ⅰ. Archives of Memory
02:42 Ⅱ. 48 Browns, 100 Grays
04:22 Ⅲ. The Algorithm of Layering
05:36 Ⅳ. The Root of Nobility
06:55 Ⅴ. The Beauty of Fading
08:03 Ⅵ. Lost in Data
09:05 What Color Is Your Silence?
[Correction & Clarification on Color Codes] Regarding the hex codes for certain colors, please note the following standard definitions:
・Moegi-iro (萌黄色): Generally defined as #AAC200 (a vibrant yellowish-green).
・Tokiwa-iro (常磐色): Generally defined as #007B43 (a bright, deep evergreen). Due to referring to multiple historical sources during production, some inconsistencies occurred in the video. I appreciate the viewer who pointed this out, helping me improve the accuracy of this archive!
Image Credits & Archives:
“Keian Ofuregaki” (1649) – Courtesy of Waseda University Library
“Engishiki” (927) – National Diet Library Digital Collection
“Some-mono Choho-ki” – Edo-Tokyo Museum, retrieved from Union Catalogue Database of Japanese Texts
Note on History: While the specific origins of certain edicts like the “Keian-ofuregaki” are a subject of ongoing historical debate, the spirit of “Shashi-kinshi-rei” (sumptuary laws) and the people’s creative resistance through nuance remain a defining part of Edo period culture.
The road to plentiful aluminum was long, and literally dozens of important scientists were involved over a period of centuries in the effort to purify the metal. In the end, the solution would come almost simultaneously from two scientists, each just 22 years of age
Exploring different Crosstown LRT stops – Mount Pleasant. Found flower power murals offset by the snowy streets. #walkTO #ttc #streetart #art #flowers #urban #toronto
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