Overview
1944, in the depths of World War II. Toyomatsu Shimizu is a completely typical barber from a remote sea-side town who lives frugally but happily with his wife Fusae and their five-year-old son. Eventually, though, the army beckons and he is drafted. One day an officer on the battle-field orders him to kill a captive U.S. soldier. Although Toyomatsu lacks the spirit to kill the man, and only wounds him in the arm, the victorious U.S. soldiers will not accept this, and Toyomatsu is arrested and tried as a war-criminal. And he receives the cruelest sentence possible...
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed I Want to Be a Shellfish?
I Want to Be a Shellfish was directed by Katsuo Fukuzawa.
Where was I Want to Be a Shellfish produced?
It was produced by companies including TOHO, TBS in Japan.
I Want to Be a Shellfish Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of I Want to Be a Shellfish wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
