i -Documentary of the Journalist-

Politics and press are tightly interwoven in Japan through the so-called ‘press clubs’ (kisha kurabu). MOCHIZUKI Isoko of the Tokyo Shimbun newspaper is one of the journalists who fights for more independent news-gathering. Her trademark is the fiery way in which she questions politicians and their spokespeople. Documentary maker MORI Tatsuya follows her while she reports on a scandal surrounding prime minister ABE Shinzo. The film presents a clear image of the problems and challenges that Japanese journalists currently face. (Synopsis from Camera Japan Festival)

『i－新聞記者ドキュメント－』
Film Festivals (selected): Tokyo international Film Festival, Nippon Connection, Japan Cuts, Udine Far East Film Festival, Camera Japan Festival
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