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My Second Brother (1959)

Movie ★ 6.6 101 min

The film tells the story of four orphans living in an impoverished mining town. An adaptation of a best-selling book based on the diary of a ten-year-old zainichi (ethnic Korean Japanese) girl, it was one of the first films to deal with the subject of zainichi identity and struggles in Japan.

Shōhei Imamura Director

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Released
October 28, 1959
Runtime
101 min
IMDb
tt0053111
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Frequently asked questions

What is My Second Brother about?
The film tells the story of four orphans living in an impoverished mining town. An adaptation of a best-selling book based on the diary of a ten-year-old zainichi (ethnic Korean Japanese) girl, it was one of the first films to deal with the subject of zainichi identity and struggles in Japan.
Who directed My Second Brother?
My Second Brother was directed by Shōhei Imamura.
Who stars in My Second Brother?
My Second Brother stars Hiroyuki Nagato, Kayo Matsuo, Takeshi Okimura, Akiko Maeda.
When was My Second Brother released?
My Second Brother is a 1959 drama film.
Where can I watch My Second Brother?
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