The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images

Item: The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images
Rating: 6.6
Author: movieMx Editorial

2011
Not Rated
66m

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Documentary

A film on exile, revolution, landscapes and memory, Anabasis brings forth the remarkable parallel stories of Adachi and May, one a filmmaker who gave up images, the other a young woman whose identity-less existence forbade keeping images of her own life. Fittingly returning the image to their lives, director Eric Baudelaire places Adachi and May’s revelatory voiceover reminiscences against warm, fragile Super-8mm footage of their split milieus, Tokyo and Beirut. Grounding their wide-ranging reflections in a solid yet complex reality, Anabasis provides a richly rewarding look at a fascinating, now nearly forgotten era (in politics and cinema), reminding us of film’s own ability to portray—and influence—its landscape.

DirectorEric Baudelaire

StarsMei Shigenobu • Masao Adachi

Performance & Direction: The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images Review

Last updated: February 7, 2026

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🎬 Quick Verdict: Hit or Flop?

Is The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images (2011) worth watching? According to our cinematic analysis, the film stands as a HIT with a verified audience rating of 6.6/10. Whether you're looking for the box office collection, ending explained, or parents guide, our review covers everything you need to know about this Documentary.

🎭 Cast Performances: A Masterclass

The success of any Documentary is often anchored by its ensemble, and The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images features a noteworthy lineup led by Mei Shigenobu .

Performance Analysis: While the cast delivers competent and professional performances, they are occasionally hampered by a script that leans into familiar archetypes.

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The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images Parents Guide & Age Rating

2011 Advisory

Not Rated

Official Age Rating

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⏱️ Runtime & Duration

The total runtime of The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images is 66 minutes (1h 6m). Ensuring you have enough time for the full cinematic experience.

Verdict Summary

Analyzing the overall audience sentiment, verified rating of 6.6/10, and global performance metrics, The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images is classified as a HIT. It remains an essential part of the 2011 cinematic calendar.

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Official movieMx status for The Anabasis of May and Fusako Shigenobu, Masao Adachi, and 27 Years Without Images. Rating: 6.6/10

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