1144464
1144464

Underdogs

2021-12-18 ja 120m
Documentary
This documentary follows the lives of four elderly Japanese men living in Manila's impoverished districts. Known as "distressed Japanese," they navigate their daily lives with minimal earnings and assistance from others. Despite once having jobs and families in Japan, they find themselves spending their final days in Manila for various reasons. The documentary offers a poignant portrayal of their struggles over seven years.

Director

Tsuyoshi Kumeta

Directing Lighting Artist

Tsuyoshi Kumeta

Cinematography

Tsuyoshi Kumeta

Editor

Tsuyoshi Kumeta

Music

Daisuke Takaoka

Screenplay

Tsuyoshi Kumeta

emigration manila philippines japanese

Status

Released

Countries

  • Japan

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