In 1971 New York, reclusive photojournalist W. Eugene Smith, once famous for his WWII work, is commissioned by Life magazine editor Robert Hayes to document the aftermath of mercury poisoning in Minamata, Japan. The disaster, caused by Chisso Corporation's negligence, has ravaged the coastal city. Smith's intimate photographs of the suffering community amplify their fight for justice, transforming his assignment into a life-altering journey. (Source: MyDramaList) ~~ Co-production with the UK, the U.S., and the UAE. Edit Translation
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- 한국어
- magyar / magyar nyelv
- עברית / עִבְרִית
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Cast & Credits
- Johnny DeppW. Eugene SmithMain Role
- Wakasugi KogarashiMatsumura AkikoSupport Role
- MinamiAileenSupport Role
- Asano TadanobuMatsumura TatsuoSupport Role
- Kase RyoKiyoshiSupport Role
- Sanada HiroyukiYamazaki MitsuoSupport Role