Asian Vision Competition
MADO (Window)
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Followed by Q&A w/ actor Masahiko Nishimura
Synopsis:
Starring Masahiko Nishimura, "MADO (Window)" is a socially conscious drama based on the true story of the "Yokohama Secondhand Smoke Trial" in Japan. Directed by Mao, the son of the plaintiff, the film tackles the sensitive issue of chemical sensitivities. Family "A" suffers from cigarette smoke pollution from Family "B" below them, leading to a lawsuit for 45 million yen after their daughter is diagnosed with multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS). The film explores the isolation of Family "A" and the differing perspectives of both families, highlighting the challenges and divisions caused by chemical hypersensitivity.
Schedule
Nov 19, 2024 | 08:30 PM
Director
MAO
Film director. Commercial film director.
Graduated from the Department of Design, Tokyo University of the Arts.
2012 Joined Tohokushinsha and studied under Shinya Nakajima.
2014 Director debut.
2020 freelance independence.
He makes films on the theme of love and laugh.
And this movie is his feature film directorial debut.
Credits
Director:
MAO
Producer:
Masaki Fujimura
Cast:
Masahiko Nishimura
Hako Oshima
Meu Ninomiya
MEGUMI
Ryoko Kobayashi
Jigoro
82 min | Drama, Family | 2022 | Japan | Japanese | English Subs
