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The Quiet Duel (1949)

Movie ★ 7.3 95 min

A young army surgeon, Kyoji Fujisaki, accidentally contracts syphilis during a WWII field operation. Back at his father’s clinic, he treats himself in secret and breaks off his engagement rather than risk his fiancée’s future, even as he confronts the irresponsible patient who infected him—testing his ethics, pride, and capacity for sacrifice.

Akira Kurosawa Director Akira Kurosawa Writer Senkichi Taniguchi Writer

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Quick facts

Released
March 19, 1949
Runtime
95 min
IMDb
tt0041870
Country
Japan
Language
Japanese
Studio
Daiei Film

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Quiet Duel about?
A young army surgeon, Kyoji Fujisaki, accidentally contracts syphilis during a WWII field operation. Back at his father’s clinic, he treats himself in secret and breaks off his engagement rather than risk his fiancée’s future, even as he confronts the irresponsible patient who infected him—testing his ethics, pride, and capacity for sacrifice.
Who directed The Quiet Duel?
The Quiet Duel was directed by Akira Kurosawa.
Who stars in The Quiet Duel?
The Quiet Duel stars Toshirō Mifune, Miki Sanjō, Takashi Shimura, Kenjiro Uemura.
When was The Quiet Duel released?
The Quiet Duel is a 1949 drama film.
Where can I watch The Quiet Duel?
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