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The Cats of Mirikitani (2006)

Overview

Documentary about red-bereted Jimmy Mirikitani, a feisty painter working and living on the street, near the World Trade Center, when 9/11 devastates the neighborhood. A nearby film editor, Linda Hattendorf, persuades elderly Jimmy to move in with her, while seeking a permanent home for him. The young woman delves into the California-born, Japan-raised artist's unique life which developed his resilient personality, and fuel his 2 main subjects, cats and internment camps. The editor films Jimmy's remarkable journey.
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Linda Hattendorf profile
Linda Hattendorf

Director

Cast

Jimmy Mirikitani profile
Jimmy Mirikitani

Himself

Jimmy Mirikitani profile
Jimmy Mirikitani

Himself

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Release Date

April 26, 2006

Original Language

English

Budget

$0.00

Production Company

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Independent Lens | THE CATS OF MIRIKITANI | PBS thumbnail
Independent Lens | THE CATS OF MIRIKITANI | PBS

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