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200060 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

W/O

200060 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Two years of conflict between students and the University of Tokyo preceded the demolition of Komaba Dormitory.

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Two years of conflict between students and the University of Tokyo preceded the demolition of Komaba Dormitory.

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Kohki Haseidirector

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Komaba Dormitory at the University of Tokyo became a focal point of conflict between students and university administration. Over two years, tensions escalated as students fought to maintain their residence against plans for demolition. The film captures the events leading to the dormitory's closure, documenting the struggles and voices of those involved. It presents a collage of moments that reflect the emotional and political stakes surrounding the fate of this student community.

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