What «El fotógrafo de Minamata» is about
«El fotógrafo de Minamata» is a 2021 British film directed by Andrew Levitas, with a runtime of 115 minutes. It tells the story of war photographer W. Eugene Smith’s journey to Minamata, a coastal town in Japan where the population suffered for decades from mercury poisoning caused by industrial negligence. There, Smith captured images that would later go around the world, giving a face to the tragedy.
The film aligns with the cycle’s focus: the impact of industrial pollution on community health and the role of photojournalism in exposing it.
What the Cine y Derechos Humanos Cycle is
The Cine y Derechos Humanos Cycle is an initiative by Amnistía Internacional València, organised in collaboration with the Aula de Cinema at the Universitat de València. For over a decade, it has used cinema as a tool for awareness and debate. This is its sixteenth edition.
After the screening, a discussion is usually held with experts—university professors, journalists, activists, lawyers, or NGO members—who analyse the film’s political, legal, and social context. The audience is also encouraged to join the conversation.
Find out how to get there on the Colegio Mayor Rector Peset venue page.
