Documentary · Japan · 2020 · 1h 30m

Okinawa/Santos

オキナワ/サントス

Okinawa/Santos poster
Director
Yoju Matsubayashi
Cast
Crew
Yoju Matsubayashi — Director of Photography Yoju Matsubayashi — Editor
Synopsis

During World War II, many Japanese immigrants in Santos, Brazil, were forced to move to another place. Matsubayashi draws attention to the fact that 60% of the immigrants were from Okinawa. Based on testimonies from interviewees, this film reveals the hidden historical relationship between Okinawa and Brazil.

Mood & Themes
immigrationworld war iiokinawabrazilian politics
Key Collaborators
Yoju Matsubayashi Director Yoju Matsubayashi Director of Photography Yoju Matsubayashi Editor
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