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Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence

Java, 1942— A clash of cultures, a test of the human spirit.

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Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence

Island of Java, 1942, during World War II. British Major Jack Celliers arrives at a Japanese prison camp, run by the strict Captain Yonoi. Colonel John Lawrence, who has a profound knowledge of Japanese culture, and Sergeant Hara, brutal and simpleton, will witness the struggle of wills between two men from very different backgrounds who are tragically destined to clash.

Orignal Title

戦場のメリークリスマス

Orignal Language

ja

Duration

2 hr 4 min

Genre

Drama, History, War

Status

Released

Release Data

1983-05-28

Produced By

Recorded Picture Company, National Film Trustee Company, Antares-Nova, Oshima Productions, Broadbank Investments, Asahi Broadcasting Corporation

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