Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima
Originally released in 1986. Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima is a documentary film. directed by John Junkerman. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Toshi Maruki and Iri Maruki
Synopsis
Japanese husband and wife muralists Iri and Toshi Maruki are known for their depictions of the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Their collaborative relationship is unique: one paints a painfully detailed vision of the victims of the atomic blast; the other conceals the carefully delineated brush strokes with a grey-black ink “wash.” The first artist restates the specifics of the image; the second re-conceals. Through the repetition of this process, the work emerges.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 10, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima about?
Japanese husband and wife muralists Iri and Toshi Maruki are known for their depictions of the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Their collaborative relationship is unique: one paints a painfu...
Who directed Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima?
Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima was directed by John Junkerman.
How long is Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima?
Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima released?
Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima was released on October 10, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima?
The main cast of Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima includes Toshi Maruki, Iri Maruki.