I would recommend anyone who is interested or have already watched this film to read this article by Kyoto Journal.
The article is titled: Documenting Minamata with W. Eugene Smith: An Interview with Kyoto Activist Aileen Mioko Smith
Aside from the portrayal of Minamata disease, I think the film could have given some more space &thoughts to the character of Aileen. She is an incredible woman whom i truly admire and respect, i hope her role in the Minamata story will not be forgotten and completely overshadowed by that of Gene. Indeed, Johnny Depp is the big star here and Gene is the legendary photographer that deserves attention and recognition. However, it is easy for women to be outshined by their male counterparts in many narratives and discourses. I dont even need to explain why and how is that here.
Anyway, all i try to say is.
Don't ever forget people in Minamata, people who are suffering from social injustice all over the world, Aileen Mioko and Eugene.
The article is titled: Documenting Minamata with W. Eugene Smith: An Interview with Kyoto Activist Aileen Mioko Smith
Aside from the portrayal of Minamata disease, I think the film could have given some more space &thoughts to the character of Aileen. She is an incredible woman whom i truly admire and respect, i hope her role in the Minamata story will not be forgotten and completely overshadowed by that of Gene. Indeed, Johnny Depp is the big star here and Gene is the legendary photographer that deserves attention and recognition. However, it is easy for women to be outshined by their male counterparts in many narratives and discourses. I dont even need to explain why and how is that here.
Anyway, all i try to say is.
Don't ever forget people in Minamata, people who are suffering from social injustice all over the world, Aileen Mioko and Eugene.