ほかげ Hokage
Directed by TSUKAMOTO Shinya 2023
Starring: Shuri, MORIYAMA Mirai, KONO Hiroki
Amid the scorching aftermath of World War II, Tokyo lies in ruins, and its survivors grapple with unimaginable challenges. In this unforgiving reality, a young war orphan (TSUKAO Oga) sneaks into a local tavern-turned-brothel, where a destitute woman (Shuri) sells her body to make a living. Soon, their interaction ignites a faint glimmer of hope.
They all need to survive, including the small child, by making ends meet. The woman begs the orphan boy not to steal or involve himself in dangerous business, but one day, he decides to follow a vendor (MORIYAMA Mirai) with dark intentions…
Shadow of Fire transcends the war genre, exploring human principles and tragedy under extreme conditions. It marks TSUKAMOTO Shinya’s second feature war film, capturing human emotions with meticulous realism and tension. Acclaimed since his theatrical debut with Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989), TSUKAMOTO Shinya continues to influence creators worldwide. Shadow of Fire earned the Best Asian Film Award at the 2023 Venice Film Festival, demonstrating its edgy and cinematically stylish storytelling.
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