Campaign 2 (2013)

In response to the Fukushima disaster, Yama-san is running an election campaign with an anti-nuclear message. But unlike last time, he has no money, no machine, no nothing. Does he even stand a chance? On March 11, 2011, Japan experienced one of the most calamitous nuclear disasters in history. But in two national elections following the accident, the pro-nuclear Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) achieved landslide victories, gaining control of the two parliaments. Why? 'Campaign 2' by Kazuhiro Soda observes a small local election right after the disaster and gives insight into this difficult question, presenting a microcosm of Japan's political-psychological landscape.

Director: Kazuhiro Soda
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 150 min
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Cast

Cinematography: Kazuhiro Soda
Editing: Kazuhiro Soda
Production: Laboratory X
Country: Japan, United States of America
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Campaign 2 about?
In response to the Fukushima disaster, Yama-san is running an election campaign with an anti-nuclear message. But unlike last time, he has no money, no machine, no nothing. Does he even stand a chance? On March 11, 2011, Japan experienced one of the most calamitous nuclear disasters in history. But in two national elections following the accident, the pro-nuclear Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) achieved landslide victories, gaining control of the two parliaments. Why? 'Campaign 2' by Kazuhiro Soda observes a small local election right after the disaster and gives insight into this difficult question, presenting a microcosm of Japan's political-psychological landscape.
Who directed Campaign 2?
Campaign 2 was directed by Kazuhiro Soda.
Who stars in Campaign 2?
Campaign 2 stars Kazuhiko Yamauchi.
How long is Campaign 2?
Campaign 2 has a runtime of 2h 30m (150 minutes).
What genre is Campaign 2?
Campaign 2 is a Documentary film.
Where was Campaign 2 produced?
Campaign 2 was produced in Japan, United States of America.