The Minamata Mural movie poster

The Minamata Mural

February 19, 1981 1h 51m

Originally released in 1981. The Minamata Mural is a documentary film. directed by Noriaki Tsuchimoto.

Starring Soichi Ito, Toshi Maruki, and Iri Maruki

Synopsis

After a handful of groundbreaking films detailing the tragedy and suffering of the mercury-poisoned Japanese town of Minamata, documentary master Noriaki Tsuchimoto revisits the subject of Minamata through the eyes of the celebrated husband-and-wife painting duo Iri and Toshi Maruki. Tsuchimoto follows the Marukis from their quaint homestead studio, where they paint slews of ghastly, psychotropic mural panels depicting the effects of Minamata disease, to the streets of Minamata, where they meet and paint portraits of several victims of mercury poisoning.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 19, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 1h 51m 111 minutes total
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Seirinsha

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Minamata Mural about?

After a handful of groundbreaking films detailing the tragedy and suffering of the mercury-poisoned Japanese town of Minamata, documentary master Noriaki Tsuchimoto revisits the subject of Minamata...

Who directed The Minamata Mural?

The Minamata Mural was directed by Noriaki Tsuchimoto.

How long is The Minamata Mural?

The Minamata Mural has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).

When was The Minamata Mural released?

The Minamata Mural was released on February 19, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Minamata Mural?

The main cast of The Minamata Mural includes Soichi Ito, Toshi Maruki, Iri Maruki.