Tsushima Maru: Goodbye, Okinawa

This film offers a poignant retelling of a significant historical event, focusing on the shipwreck of the Tsushima Maru in July 1944. When the freight boat was attacked by an American submarine, it was carrying 836 schoolchildren home. The story is presented through a unique animation style that highlights the emotional weight of the event.

Produced by the surviving family members of those affected, the film provides a deeply personal perspective on the tragedy. It serves as both an animated documentary and a memorial to the lives lost during this harrowing moment in history. The blend of animation with real historical events creates a distinctive viewing experience.