Landscapes of Home
Synopsis
Examines the lives of two doctors in the mid-20th century: Henry Shibata, a Japanese Canadian born in Vancouver, and Stuart Cooper Robinson, a Canadian born in Nagoya, Japan. Their worlds are upended by WWII, with Shibata facing internment in the Rockies, while Robinson is pushed from his lifelong home in Japan amidst growing intolerance. Charting their transformative journeys, the documentary captures their resilience and the indelible marks left by displacement. Through their stories, it reflects on the Japanese Canadian struggle from a new perspective and redefines what it means to find home against a backdrop of war and loss.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto Japanese Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alice Il Shin
- Original Title
- Landscapes of Home
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alice Il Shin
Department Leadership Roster
Alice Il Shin
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Landscapes of Home
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Landscapes of Home about?
Examines the lives of two doctors in the mid-20th century: Henry Shibata, a Japanese Canadian born in Vancouver, and Stuart Cooper Robinson, a Canadian born in Nagoya, Japan. Their worlds are upended by WWII, with Shibata facing internment in the Rockies, while Robinson is pushed from his lifelong home in Japan amidst growing intolerance. Charting their transformative journeys, the documentary captures their resilience and the indelible marks left by displacement. Through their stories, it reflects on the Japanese Canadian struggle from a new perspective and redefines what it means to find home against a backdrop of war and loss.
Who directed Landscapes of Home?
Landscapes of Home was directed by Alice Il Shin.
Who stars in Landscapes of Home?
The principal cast of Landscapes of Home includes Henry Ryusuke Shibata, Michael Eric Kramer.
When was Landscapes of Home released and how long is it?
Landscapes of Home was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 55m.