Intramovies Acquires Worldwide Sales Rights for Japanese WWII Drama 'Children Untold'
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Italian sales agent Intramovies has acquired worldwide sales rights for the Japanese historical drama 'Children Untold.' The film, written and directed by Nishikawa Miwa, is in final post-production and targets a world premiere in late summer or fall 2026, with a Japanese theatrical release scheduled for October 2026.
Facts First
- Intramovies acquired worldwide sales rights for the Japanese film 'Children Untold.'
- The film is a WWII historical drama set in Tokyo during the war's final days and aftermath.
- Directed by Nishikawa Miwa, the film follows a 12-year-old orphaned girl disguising herself as a boy to survive.
- The film is in final post-production and targets a world premiere in late summer or fall 2026.
- K2 Pictures will handle distribution in Japan and across Asia Pacific territories.
What Happened
Italian sales agent Intramovies has acquired worldwide sales rights to the Japanese film 'Children Untold' ('Watashi no Shiranai Kodomotachi'). The film is a WWII historical drama written and directed by Nishikawa Miwa and produced by Koide Daiju for Japan's K2 Pictures. It is set in Tokyo during the final days and immediate aftermath of the Second World War. The plot follows a 12-year-old orphaned girl, the daughter of musicians, who disguises herself as a boy to survive the underworld, while her former teacher retraces her path. The film is in the final stages of post-production.
Why this Matters to You
This acquisition may bring a new, internationally accessible perspective on WWII's aftermath to global audiences. If the film premieres successfully at festivals in late summer or fall 2026, you could see it in theaters or on streaming platforms shortly thereafter. The film's focus on a child's survival and its connection to director Nishikawa Miwa's personal history might offer a poignant and human-centered look at historical trauma.
What's Next
The film is targeting a world premiere in late summer or fall 2026. The Japanese theatrical release is scheduled for October 2026. K2 Pictures will handle distribution both domestically in Japan and across Asia Pacific territories. Intramovies will now manage worldwide sales outside these regions.