Ishibumi is being presented in partnership with The Chicago Japan Film Collective. 

Ishibumi is a quiet and reflective film about the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and the lives forever changed by it. Directed by Hirokazu Koreeda, the film is a reworking of a 1969 television program originally produced by Hiroshima Television. Rather than presenting the event through dramatic reenactments or graphic imagery, Ishibumi focuses on memory, testimony, and the lasting weight of history.

Ishibumi is not an easy film, but it is a meaningful one. It serves as both a memorial and a reminder, asking viewers to reflect on the consequences of war and the importance of preserving historical memory. Through its simplicity, the film delivers a powerful and lasting impact.

Director: Hirokazu Koreeda

Stars: Haruka Ayase, Akira Ikegami

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