Obâchan's Garden (2003)

Peeling back the layers of her grandmother's life, filmmaker Linda Ohama discovers a painful, buried past in this feature-length documentary. Asayo Murakami, 103 years old, recalls life in Japan, her arrival in Canada as a "picture bride," her determination to marry a man of her choice, the bombing of Hiroshima and the forced relocation of her family during WWII. Beautifully rendered dramatic sequences are merged with an exquisite collection of memories, feelings, images and voices. Culminating in an emotional reunion with a long-lost daughter, this film is a personal reflection of Japanese-Canadian history and a testament to one woman's endurance and spirit.

Director: Linda Ohama
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 94 min
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Cast

Cinematography: Kirk Tougas
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Obâchan's Garden about?
Peeling back the layers of her grandmother's life, filmmaker Linda Ohama discovers a painful, buried past in this feature-length documentary. Asayo Murakami, 103 years old, recalls life in Japan, her arrival in Canada as a "picture bride," her determination to marry a man of her choice, the bombing of Hiroshima and the forced relocation of her family during WWII. Beautifully rendered dramatic sequences are merged with an exquisite collection of memories, feelings, images and voices. Culminating in an emotional reunion with a long-lost daughter, this film is a personal reflection of Japanese-Canadian history and a testament to one woman's endurance and spirit.
Who directed Obâchan's Garden?
Obâchan's Garden was directed by Linda Ohama.
Who stars in Obâchan's Garden?
Obâchan's Garden stars Asayo Murakami.
How long is Obâchan's Garden?
Obâchan's Garden has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
What genre is Obâchan's Garden?
Obâchan's Garden is a Documentary film.
Where was Obâchan's Garden produced?
Obâchan's Garden was produced in Canada.