Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
1983
Movie Information
Overview
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.
Release Date
May 28, 1983
Director
Nagisa Ōshima
Runtime
2h 4m
Cast
David BowieTom ContiRyuichi SakamotoTakeshi KitanoJack ThompsonJohnny OhkuraAlistair BrowningJames MalcolmChris BrounYuya Uchida
Production
Recorded Picture CompanyNational Film Trustee CompanyAntares-NovaOshima ProductionsBroadbank InvestmentsAsahi Broadcasting Corporation
Genres
DramaHistoryWar