Synopsis
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.
Movie Information
- Director
- Makoto Satō
- Release Year
- 1992
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Genre
- Documentary
- Language
- JA
- Country
- Japan
- Status
- Released
- Rating
- 8.0 / 10 (3 votes)
Ready to watch Living on the River Agano?
Pick a streaming source and press play — free, HD, no signup.
▶ Watch Living on the River Agano FreeYou May Also Like
More Documentary Movies
More from Makoto Satō
Trending Now
Popular This Week
Explore related titles
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Living on the River Agano online for free?
You can watch Living on the River Agano (1992) online for free in HD on FreeFlix. No signup or subscription is required — just open this page and click play.
Is Living on the River Agano available in HD?
Yes. FreeFlix offers Living on the River Agano in full HD with multiple mirror sources, so if one source is slow you can switch in one click.
What is Living on the River Agano 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.
Do I need to register or pay?
No. FreeFlix is completely free, with no registration, account, credit card, or hidden charges.