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UK/Canada co-productions with BBC and Channel 4.
Orphans of Manchuria
51 MINS, 1994
Shot in China and Japan this film deals with the plight of Japanese children left in China at the end of WWII. Like the Jews of Europe they had to hide their true identity in Mao’s China. Returning to Japan they face a new challenge as they try to adapt to a culture that is now foreign to them. Directed by John Walker. Produced by October Films, Channel 4 broadcast.
ACCT Gemini nomination – Donald Brittain Award – Best social/political documentary
Hidden Children
49 MINS, 1994
Shot in Poland, Israel and Canada the film reveals the deeply held childhood memories of those who were forced to hide their Jewish identity during WWII. Directed by John Walker. Produced by October Films, Channel 4 broadcast.
Chicago Film Festival – Golden Plaque Award
Invited to the New York, San Francisco and Toronto Jewish Film Festivals
ACCT Gemini nomination – Donald Brittain Award – Best social/political documentary