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Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence

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

7.31983 · 2h 4m · R

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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.

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Status: Released
Release date: May 28, 1983
Runtime: 2h 4m
Revenue: $2,306,560
Original language: JA
Original title: 戦場のメリークリスマス

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