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The Human Condition I: No Greater Love (1959)

Movie ★ 8.1 204 min

After handing in a report on the treatment of Chinese colonial labor, Kaji is offered the post of labour chief at a large mining operation in Manchuria, which also grants him exemption from military service. He accepts and moves with his newlywed wife Michiko, but when he tries to put his ideas of more humane treatment into practice, he finds himself at odds with scheming officials, cruel foremen, and the military police.

Masaki Kobayashi Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 15, 1959
Runtime
204 min
IMDb
tt0053114
Country
Japan
Language
Mandarin, Japanese
Studio
Ninjin Club

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Human Condition I: No Greater Love about?
After handing in a report on the treatment of Chinese colonial labor, Kaji is offered the post of labour chief at a large mining operation in Manchuria, which also grants him exemption from military service. He accepts and moves with his newlywed wife Michiko, but when he tries to put his ideas of more humane treatment into practice, he finds himself at odds with scheming officials, cruel foremen, and the military police.
Who directed The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?
The Human Condition I: No Greater Love was directed by Masaki Kobayashi.
Who stars in The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?
The Human Condition I: No Greater Love stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Michiyo Aratama, Chikage Awashima, Ineko Arima.
When was The Human Condition I: No Greater Love released?
The Human Condition I: No Greater Love is a 1959 war, drama, history film.
Where can I watch The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?
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