Why a Japanese Oscar Contender Isn’t Being Shown in Japan

 

 "Ms. Ito says that “Black Box Diaries” is running into resistance, despite having a Japanese director, because it shines a light on a topic normally kept in the shadows: how the legal system and society, more broadly, look unfavorably on women who come forward to say they were sexually assaulted.

“This film is not just about sexual violence. It’s about power, corruption and systemic problems,” Ms. Ito said. “I am making many people uncomfortable, that’s for sure.”

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Why a Japanese Oscar Contender Isn’t Being Shown in Japan – DNyuz