The Johnny Depp-starring motion picture “Minamata” failed to gain official support from Minamata City for its pre-release screening. The city explained that the purpose of the film production was not clear, and potential discrimination related to disease was unknown. Meanwhile, Kumamoto Prefecture has given its nominal support for the event in August to raise awareness of the historical event. Source: Asahi
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