Minamata 2022

Runtime

115 min

Language

English

English

In 1971, reclusive war photographer W. Eugene Smith embarks on a perilous journey back to Minamata, Japan, driven by the cries of a poisoned community and the urging of translator Aileen. With his Nikon camera as his only weapon, Smith must capture the haunting images that will expose corporate greed and government complicity, forcing him to confront the dark legacy of World War II and find a new sense of purpose.

In 1971, reclusive war photographer W. Eugene Smith embarks on a perilous journey back to Minamata, Japan, driven by the cries of a poisoned community and the urging of translator Aileen. With his Nikon camera as his only weapon, Smith must capture the haunting images that will expose corporate greed and government complicity, forcing him to confront the dark legacy of World War II and find a new sense of purpose.

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55

Metascore

7.9

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78%

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92%

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IMDb

7.2 /10

IMDb Rating

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4.54/5

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