Sow and Sew Cinema Presents
The Emperor's Naked Army Marches On (1987) NR
Saturday, August 08
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Central - Hamilton RoomJoin us for a screening and discussion about culturally resonant cinema from around the world.
Join us for a free screening and discussion of the confrontational documentary The Emperor’s Naked Army Marches On. This gripping and unsettling film follows Second World War veteran Kenzo Okuzaki on a relentless mission to uncover the truth behind the unexplained deaths of soldiers in New Guinea. What begins as an investigation quickly becomes far more explosive as Okuzaki confronts former officers and challenges Japan’s silence about its wartime past.
After the credits, stay for an engaging discussion exploring its raw, unflinching documentary style. We’ll examine how director Kazuo Hara pushes the boundaries of non-fiction cinema, raising difficult questions about justice, memory and the ethics of confrontation. Together, we’ll consider what it means to seek truth at any cost and whether that cost is ever too high
This event is presented by Sow and Sew Cinema, an independent Hamilton-based collective that fosters a vibrant cinematic community through thoughtfully programmed screenings that showcase culturally resonant cinema from around the world.
Central Library
The first Hamilton Public Library building opened on September 16, 1890 by the Earl and Countess of Aberdeen on the north side of Main Street West. In 1913, a new main library opened. This building was replaced in 1980 by Central Library, at the current location on York Boulevard.
In 2010, Central Library re-opened after approximately 18 months of renovations. Central Library opened with a newly revitalized first floor, which includes a Community Living Room that takes advantage of natural light. The Ontario Library Association honoured Central in 2012 with an Architectural and Design Transformation award.
