In This Corner (and Other Corners) of the World
Original title:この世界の（さらにいくつもの）片隅に
Japan
2019
Introduction
Suzu, a young girl born in Eba, Hiroshima, has a talent for drawing. In 1944, at the age of 18, she marries and moves to the town of Kure, 20 km away, becoming a housewife. Amidst severe shortages, Suzu uses her creativity to prepare daily meals for her family. As the war intensifies, Kure, a key base of the Japanese Navy, is relentlessly targeted by air raids. One by one, the things Suzu cherishes are taken from her. Yet, she continues to carry on with her daily life. And then, the summer of 1945 arrives…
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Director
Sunao Katabuchi
Katabuchi met Hayao Miyazaki and began working as a scriptwriter on Miyazaki's films while still a student. He was assistant director on {Kiki’s Delivery Service} (1989), and debuted as director with TV series "Famous Dog Lassie" (1996). He then directed {Princess Arete} (2001). Katabuchi directed and wrote the script for "BLACK LAGOON" (2006). He later directed the acclaimed animated movie {Mai Mai Miracle} (2009).``In This Corner of the World'' was a huge hit when it was released in theaters and was highly praised.