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202583 minPGdocumentary

5.5/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

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Underground

202583 minPGdocumentary

5.5/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

A woman's consciousness connects with a shadow that embodies her memories, revealing hidden locations and historical events that shape human experience.

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A woman's consciousness connects with a shadow that embodies her memories, revealing hidden locations and historical events that shape human experience.

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Kaori Oda

Kaori Odadirector

Kaori Oda

Kaori Odawriter

Nao Yoshigai

Nao Yoshigaicast

Mitsuo Matsunagacast

Mikie Nishiharacast

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A woman connects with a shadow that represents her memories in hidden locations across Japan. Directed by Kaori Oda, the 2025 documentary "Underground" reveals historical events and personal stories that shape human experience. It examines how memories persist through time and how forgotten narratives resonate within collective consciousness. At 83 minutes, the film invites reflection on the relationship between individual and shared histories.

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