Screening: Sun, March 23, 2025 – 1:00 pm
Venue: Galaxy Cinemas, 72 Commerce Park Drive, Barrie
“An extraordinary new documentary. Black Box Diaries is both a riveting account of heroism and journalism… A monument to her determination and sacrifice, as well as one of the best documentaries you’ll see all year” – Rolling Stone
“An important reminder of the trials women across the world face when reporting sexual crimes.” – Aparita Bhandari, Globe and Mail
In this powerful multi-award winning documentary, journalist Shiori Ito transforms her personal trauma into a watershed moment for Japan’s justice system. Armed with just her camera and unwavering determination, she documents her unprecedented fight to prosecute a high-profile sexual assault case, shattering societal taboos and exposing deep-rooted systemic failures along the way. This intimate investigation, goes beyond one woman's quest for justice to reveal a movement that would eventually spark Japan’s own #MeToo awakening.
Awards: 21 wins, 34 nominations
Nominated – Oscar, Best Documentary Feature, Academy Awards, 2025
Winner – Inspiring Voices and Perspectives Feature Film, Cinéfest Sudbury, 2024
Nominated – BAFTA Film Award, Best Documentary, BAFTA, 2025