CinemaOSMovie · 2015 · 2h 28m

Okinawa: The Afterburn

40%(3)IMDbDocumentary

On April 1, 1945, the United States military launched its invasion of the main island of Okinawa, the start of a battle that was to last 12 weeks and claim the lives of some 240,000 people. This film depicts the Battle through the eyes of Japanese and American soldiers who fought each other on the same battlefield, along with Okinawa civilians who were swept up in the fighting. The film also depicts the history of discrimination and oppression forced upon Okinawa by the American and Japanese governments. Carrying up to the current controversy over the construction of a new base at Henoko, the film explores the root causes of the widespread disillusionment and anger expressed by many Okinawans. This ambitious documentary was directed by the American John Junkerman, long-term resident of Japan and Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker. Okinawa: The Afterburn is a heartfelt plea for peace and an expression of deep respect for the unyielding spirit of the Okinawa people.

Directed byJohn Junkerman

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Released
Runtime
2h 28m
Language
JA
Released
June 20, 2015
Studios
SIGLO

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“OKINAWA : The Afterburn (Okinawa: Urizun no Ame)“ trailer

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John Junkerman
John Junkerman
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Mariko Maezawa
Tetsuji Maezawa

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