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Naomi's 'Yakushima’s Illusion' Explores Grief and Donation

7/30/2025

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Japanese director Kawase Naomi makes a powerful comeback with "Yakushima’s Illusion," starring Vicky Krieps, set to premiere at the Locarno Film Festival on August 15. The film delves into the poignant journey of Corry, a pediatric heart transplant coordinator, as she confronts the delicate issues of organ donation and her own grief in Japan.

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Story summary

Japanese director Kawase Naomi makes a powerful comeback with "Yakushima’s Illusion," starring Vicky Krieps, set to premiere at the Locarno Film Festival on August 15. The film delves into the poignant journey of Corry, a pediatric heart transplant coordinator, as she confronts the delicate issues of organ donation and her own grief in Japan.