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Shadow of Fire
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Shadow of Fire

2023-11-25 · 95 min · ★ 7.4

Drama · War

In the black market, a war orphan is confronted with the struggles of people living in the immediate aftermath of WWII.

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Directors
Shinya Tsukamoto
Production companies
Kaijyu Theater
Countries
Japan
Status
Released

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ShuriShuri
Mirai MoriyamaMirai Moriyama
Ouga TsukaoOuga Tsukao
Hiroki KonoHiroki Kono
Go RijuGo Riju
Tatsushi ŌmoriTatsushi Ōmori
Kengo KakiuchiKengo Kakiuchi
Ryo ToyomitsuRyo Toyomitsu

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