The Shiranui Sea
The sea around Minamata was heavily polluted with mercury during the 1950s and 1960s from the Chisso Corporation's chemical factory. This highly toxic chemical bioaccumulated in shellfish and fish in the Yatsushiro Sea which, when eaten by the local populace, gave rise to Minamata disease. The disease was responsible for the deaths and disabling of thousands of residents, all around the Yatsushiro Sea. The marine ecosystem was also extensively damaged.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 不知火海 |
| Year | 1975 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Noriaki Tsuchimoto |
| Runtime | 150 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.2/10 (5 votes) |
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The Shiranui Sea is a solid entry rated 7.2/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1975. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
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