Shikata Ga Nai: A Yonsei Journey
Shikata Ga Nai: A Yonsei Journey
Feature Documentary
· Historical · 6 pages
Following his uncle’s death, a young yonsei delves into his family’s history with internment, leading him to explore concepts of identity, inherited trauma and the universal question “where do we come from?”
Written by
Royce Akifumi WIlmot
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Quarterfinalist,
ScreenCraft Film Fund Fall 2018
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San Mateo, CA
Royce Akifumi Wilmot grew up in a tight-knit Japanese community in the SF Bay Area. Growing up, he became involved in the DIY punk scene; organizing shows, touring in bands and producing music videos. At UC Berkeley, he wrote his thesis on Japanese internment, exploring generational trauma and cultural identity. He currently works in freelance produ...
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