Really enjoyed this documentary - it was less about the process of making sake though and more about a story of a group of men that seemingly feel so strongly about their responsibility to keep their brand and culture of traditional sake alive. Although there are details regarding the various stages of such a tedious process, I found the little interactions between them to be most interesting. It was beautifully filmed and gave insight to some subtle nuances of Japanese culture, family, and the struggles that some of them experience outside of the tough working conditions. The unique personalities of each individual that became apparent through watching them interact was so fascinating and was my favorite part of this film!
Review of The Birth of Saké
