Living on the River Agano (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1992, Living on the River Agano is a documentary film directed by Makoto Satō, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1964, a chemical factory in Niigata Prefecture dumped mercury into the Agano River, the beginning of a manmade tragedy that would affect locals for years to come. Mercury poisoning led to high occurrences of Minamata disease, a neurological syndrome that causes severe physical and psychological ailments and death. Sato Makoto and his crew of seven spent three years in Niigata documenting the life and thoughts of locals.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Living on the River Agano sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Living on the River Agano page.
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- Where can I watch Living on the River Agano (1992)?
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- Is Living on the River Agano worth watching?
- Living on the River Agano holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Living on the River Agano released?
- Living on the River Agano was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.