A low-budget film about a woman who operated Japan's first school for disabled children in the Meiji Era (1868-1912) is currently enjoying a long run in Japan and is also being shown in the United States.

"Fudeko Sono Ai — Tenshi no Piano (Fudeko, Her Love — The Angel's Piano)" tells the story of Fudeko Ishii, who dedicated her life to providing care and education for children with developmental disabilities.

Directed by noted creator Hisako Yamada, the film has been showing in Japan since January last year, and is set for wider U.S. release next month, titled "Fudeko and The Angel's Piano."