Murder in the High Desert
Released 2 years ago in 2024. Murder in the High Desert is a feature film. directed by Emiko Omori. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
James Wakasa was shot and killed by a Topaz guard in 1943. Some 78 years later, a monument built by Issei in camp was found and removed from the site where it had been protected, buried in the cracked earth of Topaz where over 8,000 Japanese Americans were incarcerated. No Japanese Americans were present when the monument was dug up in July 2021. Four months later, 12 Japanese Americans were finally able to have a ceremony honoring Wakasa at the site of his murder.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murder in the High Desert about?
James Wakasa was shot and killed by a Topaz guard in 1943. Some 78 years later, a monument built by Issei in camp was found and removed from the site where it had been protected, buried in the crac...
Who directed Murder in the High Desert?
Murder in the High Desert was directed by Emiko Omori.
How long is Murder in the High Desert?
Murder in the High Desert has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was Murder in the High Desert released?
Murder in the High Desert was released on July 1, 2024 in theaters.