Himeyuri
Genres
Overview
The 30-minute film centers around a group of high school students who became nurses called Himeyuri and served during the Battle of Okinawa during World War II. The Himeyuri Alumnae Incorporated Foundation, which runs the Himeyuri Peace Museum in Okinawa, produced the film with the aim to convey the experiences of those high school students, many of whom lost their lives during the battle, to children.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
31 min
Release Date
2012-06-23
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
0
Vote Average
0
Karen Asato
Narrator
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