A group of Okinawan high school girls are drafted as nurses during the American invasion of the island. As the enemy army advances further, the situation for the girls becomes increasingly desperate as food and shelter run out and the number of injured climbs, leading to the film's tragic finale.
A group of Okinawan high school girls are drafted as nurses during the American invasion of the island. As the enemy army advances further, the situation for the girls becomes increasingly desperate as food and shelter run out and the number of injured climbs, leading to the film's tragic finale.
Orignal Title
ひめゆりの塔
Orignal Language
ja
Duration
128 minutes
Genre
War, Drama
Status
Released
Release Data
1953-01-09
Production Companies
Toei Company