Side by side (2024)

Okinawa, home to over 12% of the U.S. military presence in Japan, has recently experienced rapid military fortification under the so-called Nansei Shift (Southwest Shift). Although these bases are designated for Japan's Self-Defense Forces rather than the U.S. military, they pose an equal threat to the islanders, instilling fear of war and contributing to the destruction of their communities and way of life. In Okinawa, where parallels can be drawn to the THAAD system in Soseong-ri, South Korea, and the naval base in Gangjeong, Jeju Island, I met with individuals who are courageously speaking out against the prospect of war.

Director: Kim Seol-hae, Jeong Jong-min
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 40 min
Release Date:
Country: South Korea
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ko

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Side by side about?
Okinawa, home to over 12% of the U.S. military presence in Japan, has recently experienced rapid military fortification under the so-called Nansei Shift (Southwest Shift). Although these bases are designated for Japan's Self-Defense Forces rather than the U.S. military, they pose an equal threat to the islanders, instilling fear of war and contributing to the destruction of their communities and way of life. In Okinawa, where parallels can be drawn to the THAAD system in Soseong-ri, South Korea, and the naval base in Gangjeong, Jeju Island, I met with individuals who are courageously speaking out against the prospect of war.
Who directed Side by side?
Side by side was directed by Kim Seol-hae, Jeong Jong-min.
How long is Side by side?
Side by side has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).
What genre is Side by side?
Side by side is a Documentary film.
Where was Side by side produced?
Side by side was produced in South Korea.