
In the Shadow of the Pines
2020, English. Directed by Anne Koizumi.
Unearthing the memories that shape us
In the Shadow of the Pines is an animated short documentary about a difficult father-daughter relationship. Drawing on childhood memories, Anne Koizumi, the filmmaker, explores her upbringing with her Japanese immigrant dad, who was also the janitor at the elementary school she attended. The film explores the idea of shame and how it can shape and define us while also concealing who we can truly become.
- Runtime
- 0h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- 24 April 2020
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- Canada
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How long is In the Shadow of the Pines?
In the Shadow of the Pines runs 8 minutes (0h 8m).
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Which OTT platform is In the Shadow of the Pines on?
In the Shadow of the Pines isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 April 2020. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like In the Shadow of the Pines?
If you liked In the Shadow of the Pines, try Who Are You, Charlie Brown?, Piece by Piece, Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear.
Who directed In the Shadow of the Pines?
In the Shadow of the Pines (2020) was directed by Anne Koizumi and stars Anne Koizumi, Mikio Owaki.