Shiori Ito, Japan / UK/ USA, 2024, 104 min., documentary, OmeU
When journalist Shiori Ito begins her career in Japan, she is raped by an older, renowned colleague. Refusing to accept the assault, she embarks on a fight for her rights and the conviction of her attacker, even though he is a biographer and close confidant of then-Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. As her case gains increasing public attention, Shiori finds herself battling not only a hopelessly outdated and broken justice system but also a deeply entrenched patriarchal society. This award-winning documentary is a brave and compelling reexamination of an abuse case that sent shockwaves through Japan. Through a powerful blend of investigative footage, cinéma vérité, and deeply personal moments, the film unfolds as an emotional thriller.
