Summer Lights (2016)

Summer Lights (2016) poster

On the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Akihiro, a native Japanese filmmaker living in Paris, travels to Japan to interview survivors for a documentary commemorating the victims of the attack. Deeply moved by the interviews, he decides to take a break to wander through the city during which he meets Michiko, a merry, enigmatic young woman. Michiko takes him for a joyful and improvised journey from the city towards the sea where the horrors of the past are mingled with the simplicity of the present.

Director: Jean-Gabriel Périot
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 83 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Xavier Thibault
Cinematography: Denis Gravouil
Editing: Jean-Gabriel Périot
Production: Local Films
Country: Japan, France
Language: Français, 日本語
Original Language: ja

Keywords

hiroshima, japan, hibakusha

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Summer Lights about?
On the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Akihiro, a native Japanese filmmaker living in Paris, travels to Japan to interview survivors for a documentary commemorating the victims of the attack. Deeply moved by the interviews, he decides to take a break to wander through the city during which he meets Michiko, a merry, enigmatic young woman. Michiko takes him for a joyful and improvised journey from the city towards the sea where the horrors of the past are mingled with the simplicity of the present.
Who directed Summer Lights?
Summer Lights was directed by Jean-Gabriel Périot.
Who stars in Summer Lights?
Summer Lights stars Hiroto Ogi, Akane Tatsukawa, Yuzu Horie, Keiji Izumi, Mamako Yoneyama.
How long is Summer Lights?
Summer Lights has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
What genre is Summer Lights?
Summer Lights is a Drama film.
Where was Summer Lights produced?
Summer Lights was produced in Japan, France.