Here is one of those perennially popular subjects that can truly benefit from the video medium. Origami (literally "the folding of paper") has been a Japanese art form for centuries, and the focus of innumerable "how-to" picture books. Video, of course, is a seamless medium. We can watch the craftsperson every step of the way. Norma Eng, an origami teacher, advises viewers on different kinds of paper, and then sets to work on a series of constructions, each a little more difficult. Beginning with a simple house, Eng goes on demonstrate how to make a table, swan, cicada, boat, Chinese balloon, rabbit, pagoda, and three other projects. The instructions are clear and concise, and the close-ups good. The overall video and audio qualities of the tape are slightly substandard-but not noticeably distracting. There are three other volumes in the series. Recommended. (Available from: Le Video Productions, P.O. Box 171794, Arlington, TX 76003.)
The Magic Of Paper Folding: Vol. 1
(1988) 51 m. $27.95. Le Video Productions. Public performance rights included. Vol. 4, Issue 4
The Magic Of Paper Folding: Vol. 1
Star Ratings
As of March 2022, Video Librarian has changed from a four-star rating system to a five-star one. This change allows our reviewers to have a wider range of critical viewpoints, as well as to synchronize with Google’s rating structure. This change affects all reviews from March 2022 onwards. All reviews from before this period will still retain their original rating. Future film submissions will be considered our new 1-5 star criteria.