We Shall Overcome

We Shall Overcome 2015 Directed by Chie Mikami 戦場ぬ止み

An elderly woman named Fumiko lived through the battle of Okinawa. Now she is part of the movement protesting the construction of a new American military base in Henoko. This film captures the complex feelings of those who have had to live their lives alongside military bases. It compels us to share in their yearning to bring an end to this battle.

Country Japan

Production Country Japan

Language Japanese

Spoken Language Japanese

Gnere Documentary

Release Date 18 July 2015

127 mins