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Minamata

  • 20202020
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  • 1h 55m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
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Johnny Depp and Minami in Minamata (2020)
New York, 1971. Following his celebrated days as one of the most revered photojournalists of World War II, W. Eugene Smith (Johnny Depp) has become a recluse, disconnected from society and his career. But a secret commission from Life magazine editor Robert Hayes (Bill Nighy) sends him to the Japanese coastal city of Minamata, which has been ravaged by mercury poisoning; the result of decades of gross industrial negligence by the country's Chisso Corporation.
 
There, Smith immerses himself in the community, documenting their efforts to live with Minamata Disease and their passionate campaign to achieve recognition from Chisso and the Japanese government. Armed with only his trusted camera, Smith's images from the toxic village give the disaster a heartbreaking human dimension, and his initial assignment turns into a life-changing experience.
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War photographer W. Eugene Smith travels back to Japan where he documents the devastating effect of mercury poisoning in coastal communities.War photographer W. Eugene Smith travels back to Japan where he documents the devastating effect of mercury poisoning in coastal communities.War photographer W. Eugene Smith travels back to Japan where he documents the devastating effect of mercury poisoning in coastal communities.
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
18K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
690
215
  • Director
    • Andrew Levitas
  • Writers
    • David Kessler
    • Stephen Deuters
    • Andrew Levitas
  • Stars
    • Akiko Iwase
    • Kogarashi Wakasugi
    • Johnny Depp
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  • Director
    • Andrew Levitas
  • Writers
    • David Kessler
    • Stephen Deuters
    • Andrew Levitas
  • Stars
    • Akiko Iwase
    • Kogarashi Wakasugi
    • Johnny Depp
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    • 163User reviews
    • 53Critic reviews
    • 55Metascore
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  • Videos4

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    Minamata - Official US Trailer
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    Johnny Depp and Minami in Minamata (2020)
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    Johnny Depp at an event for Minamata (2020)
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    Johnny Depp in Minamata (2020)

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    Akiko Iwase
    Akiko Iwase
    • Masako Matsumuraas Masako Matsumura
    Kogarashi Wakasugi
    • Akiko Matsumuraas Akiko Matsumura
    Johnny Depp
    Johnny Depp
    • W. Eugene Smithas W. Eugene Smith
    Katherine Jenkins
    Katherine Jenkins
    • Millieas Millie
    Bill Nighy
    Bill Nighy
    • Robert Hayesas Robert Hayes
    Minami
    Minami
    • Aileenas Aileen
    Nikaru Inagawa
    • Giichi Matsushimaas Giichi Matsushima
    Sonata Molocajeviene
    • Jenniferas Jennifer
    Muneaki Kitsukawa
    • Tomoki Sakaias Tomoki Sakai
    Tadanobu Asano
    Tadanobu Asano
    • Tatsuo Matsumuraas Tatsuo Matsumura
    Ryô Kase
    Ryô Kase
    • Kiyoshias Kiyoshi
    • (as Ryo Kase)
    Hiroyuki Sanada
    Hiroyuki Sanada
    • Mitsuo Yamazakias Mitsuo Yamazaki
    Jun Kunimura
    Jun Kunimura
    • Junichi Nojimaas Junichi Nojima
    Yosuke Hosoi
    • Daikias Daiki
    Aoki Yuzu
    • Sigeruas Sigeru
    Lily Robinson
    Lily Robinson
    • Diandraas Diandra
    Aiko Sakakura
    • Enforcer's Motheras Enforcer's Mother
    Masayoshi Haneda
    Masayoshi Haneda
    • Enforceras Enforcer
    • Director
      • Andrew Levitas
    • Writers
      • David Kessler
      • Stephen Deuters
      • Andrew Levitas
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    • Trivia
      The city of Minamata, Kumamoto, declined to lend its name as a supporter to a local screening held in August 2021 organized by volunteers, prior to the nationwide release of the film in Japan in September 2021. The city told The Asahi Shimbun that it was uncertain whether the film depicted historical events accurately and was conducive to dispelling discrimination and prejudice against patients. Kumamoto Prefecture, on the other hand, supported the screening.
    • Goofs
      Johnny Depp sings Forever Young by Bob Dylan in the film in 1971. The song was written in 1973 and released in 1974.
    • Connections
      Featured in Radio Dolin: Why do need an Oscar, gray-bearded Johnny Depp, shaurma or shaverma (2021)

    User reviews163

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Depp a Star
    Johnny Depp has what many actors don't. Even the current so called top tier ones. Charisma. Star power. Whatever that x factor is, he has it. And has done for 35 years. The fact that he has been cancelled by the Hollywood feminist/woke brigade is a disgrace. He has not been found guilty of anything. He initiated a defamation case that was not successful. The only person admitting to DV in a recording was that horrid entity he was with. Her career goes on and she can barely act. This man is a star. It's simply sexist hypocrisy. Put him back on the screen where he belongs.

    Is the film good? Yes. Well shot and directed. Interesting story. Is it great? No, not great but for every moment he's in it, it's elevated. He's perfectly cast for this charismatic figure because that's Johnny. He has the goods. And always has.
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    • Jun 11, 2021

    FAQ4

    • What is the name of the new global environmental action by the United Nations?
    • Why has AIP not yet released this on DVD or any VOD medium? It is listed as released in Feb. (is that right?). It is an important film and needs widespread availability.
    • Why is there a release date of February 5, 2021 in USA but there hasn't been any actual release?? I really want to watch this movie!!

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    • Release date
      • April 8, 2021 (United Arab Emirates)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
      • United Arab Emirates
      • Japan
    • Official sites
      • Official site
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Languages
      • Japanese
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Thảm Họa Minamata
    • Filming locations
      • Belgrade, Serbia
    • Production companies
      • Metalwork Pictures
      • Head Gear Films
      • Infinitum Nihil
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    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,687,264
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 55 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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