Shusenjo: The Main Battleground of the Comfort Women Issue
Miki Dezaki interviews figures like Shinzo Abe and Park Geun-hye to explore the complex narratives surrounding the 'comfort women' issue of World War II.
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Miki Dezaki interviews figures like Shinzo Abe and Park Geun-hye to explore the complex narratives surrounding the 'comfort women' issue of World War II.
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Synopsis
Miki Dezaki interviews key figures like Shinzo Abe and Park Geun-hye to investigate the history of 'comfort women' during World War II. The film questions whether these women were coerced into sexual slavery or were compensated prostitutes. Using archival footage and personal testimonies, it presents various narratives surrounding this issue. The documentary also addresses the motivations behind Japan's revisionist perspectives and the ongoing fight for recognition faced by survivors.
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Why Watch
- Meet Shinzo Abe and Barack Obama discussing the issue.
- Find out about the comfort women's ongoing fight for justice.
- See archival footage that reveals historical perspectives.
Did You Know
- The film was directed by Miki Dezaki, a Japanese-American filmmaker.
- Key figures featured include Shinzo Abe and Barack Obama.
- The documentary has a runtime of 120 minutes.
- It was produced in three countries: South Korea, the United States, and Japan.
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Who directed the documentary 'Shusenjo: The Main Battleground of the Comfort Women Issue'?
Miki Dezaki directed the documentary.
What year was 'Shusenjo' released?
'Shusenjo' was released in 2019.
What are the production countries of 'Shusenjo'?
The production countries of 'Shusenjo' are South Korea, the United States, and Japan.
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