Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
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Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence

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

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.

Overview

Release Date
May 28, 1983
Original Title
戦場のメリークリスマス
Runtime
124 minutes
Budget
$0
Revenue
$2,306,560
Language
ja
Production Companies
Recorded Picture Company, National Film Trustee Company, Antares-Nova, Oshima Productions, Broadbank Investments, Asahi Broadcasting Corporation
Production Countries
Japan, New Zealand, United Kingdom