The Witches of the Orient

The Witches of the Orient (2021)

July 16th, 20211h 40min

Documentary
65%

Overview

The Japanese volleyball players called the “Oriental Witches” are now in their 70s. From the formation of the team at the factory until their victory at the Tokyo Olympics in 1964, memories and legends rise to the surface and blend inextricably.


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