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Mizuko (2019) | Criteria

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Mizuko

水子

English • 2019 • 15m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Directors

Kira Dane, Katelyn Rebelo

Synopsis

Inspired by a Buddhist ritual for grieving abortions, a Japanese-American woman reevaluates what it means to end her own pregnancy.

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IF/Then Presents
Position 1
Included in
IF/Then Presents
Position 1
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August 2022
Position 54

Credits

Crew

DirectorKira Dane, Katelyn Rebelo

WriterKira Dane

CinematographerKatelyn Rebelo

ComposerMidori Hirano

EditorKira Dane, Katelyn Rebelo

Cast

Michael James Fryas Self - Subway Rider

Kerriane Liebas Self - Subway Rider

Jorge Oteroas Self - Subway Rider

as Self - Subway Rider

Toni Shortas Self - Subway Rider

Elizabeth Smithas Self - Subway Rider

Adrian Sullivanas Self - Subway Rider

Ethan Sullivanas Self - Subway Rider

Mariel Sullivanas Self - Subway Rider