Eiji JM
"The act of listening is in fact an act of composing" - John Cage
A FILM BY
STEFFAN ROE GRIFFITHS & EIJI JOHN INFANTE MITSUTA
We cordially invite you to immerse yourself in an exploration to experience the world as heard by Japanese-Filipino composer and sound artist Eiji John Infante Mitsuta, captured through the lens of British filmmaker Steffan Roe Griffiths.
This audio-visual sensory documentary offers a profound journey into the universal language of music, showcasing a harmonious blend of sights and sounds as experienced by Mitsuta.
Join us on a sound journey to explore the intricate ways in which music connects us, lifting us out of the ordinary and ushering us into an extraordinary realm of sensory experiences.
Where others hear silence, Eiji finds music.
Eiji John Infante Mitsuta
Composer | Sound Artist
Director
Steffan Roe Griffiths
Filmmaker
Director
Born in the Philippines and raised in Japan’s international community, Eiji John Infante Mitsuta is a composer and sound artist whose work marries music with visuals and space.
Eiji’s journey with music began with drums and percussion. Born into a Filipino-Japanese home, he was heavily influenced by the mixtapes his mother played, the gentle rhythms of the Philippine countryside, and the cacophony of Tokyo street life. What others consider noise - the buzz of a crowd, birds chirping, the patter of the rain - to him is an arrangement of symphonies and sonatas. To him, composed works are like buildings that house our emotions, while sound reflects the natural world. He considers himself an explorer of sounds.
Steffan, an award-winning Welsh filmmaker, has earned acclaim for his distinctive films that combine vivid imagery with stirring music. His passion for filmmaking ignited during his youth, as he explored a variety of genres and documented life in his hometown. Driven by a deep respect for diverse cultures, Steffan has produced authentic dramas and documentaries, drawing upon his extensive experiences in Japan and visits to the US, Cuba, and Peru.
With a keen aesthetic sense and a commitment to genuine storytelling, Steffan's films aim to forge a real connection with audiences. He approaches filmmaking with empathy and an awareness of life's transient beauty, aspiring to create enduring works that resonate widely. Steffan's dedication to showcasing the rawness of the human experience defines his distinctive cinematic voice.
