Though I'm His Daughter

About This Movie

Though I'm His Daughter presents a haunting exploration of familial ties intertwined with tragedy. Shot over six years, it delves into Matsumoto Rika's life, grappling with the legacy of her father—the notorious leader of Aum Shinrikyo, whose actions led to the horrifying subway sarin attack. The pacing is contemplative, almost meditative, allowing viewers to sit with the weight of her experience. Personal anecdotes are interspersed with chilling archival footage, which adds a disturbing layer to the narrative. Rika's performance is raw and unflinching, revealing a complex spectrum of emotions—anger, sadness, and a quest for understanding. It’s this intimate journey through guilt and identity that makes the documentary quite distinctive in its approach to a heavily scrutinized historical event.

Documentary focusing on personal narrativesExplores the impact of familial legacyUses archival footage for deeper context