Obāchan
Originally released in 2020. Obāchan is a documentary film. directed by Nicolasa Ruiz. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Obāchan is Japanese. She left her native archipelago in 1941 to marry one of her compatriots, 17 years older, settled in Mexico. Through fragments of family films, manga and sequences that she has shot, Nicolasa Ruiz sculpts a complex and delicate memory landscape between the two shores of the Pacific.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 28, 2020
5 years ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Japan
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Obāchan about?
Obāchan is Japanese. She left her native archipelago in 1941 to marry one of her compatriots, 17 years older, settled in Mexico. Through fragments of family films, manga and sequences that she has...
Who directed Obāchan?
Obāchan was directed by Nicolasa Ruiz.
How long is Obāchan?
Obāchan has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was Obāchan released?
Obāchan was released on October 28, 2020 in theaters.