Criterion Collection: Fires On The Plain / (b&w)

Fires On The Plain/ dvd [US-Version, Regio 1]
Criterion Collection: Fires On The Plain / (b&w)

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Release date: 12/Mar/2007
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Extra-Infos: Eiji Funakoshi, Mickey Curtis, Asao Sano, Masaya Tsukida, Kyû Sazanka, Hikaru Hoshi, Mantarô Ushio, Osamu Takizawa, Shizuo Chûjô, Yoshihiro Hamaguchi
Kon Ichikawa
Description:Kon Ichikawa's powerful film centers on the terrifying brutality of war. As World War II comes to a close, Japanese troops in retreat in the Philippines run out of supplies and discipline crumbles, leading to horrifying acts of desperation. Director Kon Ichikawa Star Eiji Funakoshi, Osamu Takizawa, Mantaro Ushio Special Features: Widescreen.
"Fires On The Plain" is a harrowing and powerful anti-war film directed by Kon Ichikawa, now available in this Criterion Collection DVD edition. Set during the final days of World War II in the Philippines, it follows Private Tamura (played by Eiji Funakoshi) as he struggles to survive amidst starvation, despair, and the collapse of his unit. The film is renowned for its unflinching depiction of war?s brutality and psychological toll on soldiers. Criterion, known for their meticulous restorations and authoritative releases of classic cinema from around the world, brings "Fires On The Plain" to audiences with exceptional picture quality and insightful bonus features. Director Kon Ichikawa was one of Japan's most celebrated filmmakers, acclaimed for works such as "The Burmese Harp," which also explored themes of war and humanity. Lead actor Eiji Funakoshi delivered a haunting performance that remains one of his career highlights; he was previously recognized for roles in films like "Twenty-Four Eyes." Other notable contributors include screenwriter Natto Wada?Ichikawa?s wife?who adapted many literary classics into cinematic masterpieces alongside her husband.
Actors: Yoshihiro Hamaguchi, Eiji Funakoshi, Osamu Takizawa, Mickey Curtis, Mantaro Ushio, Kyu Sazanka, Asao Sano
Director: Kon Ichikawa
Producer: Adam Kuhn, Brad Southwick, Masaichi Nagata
Age rating: Suitable only for adults
Manufacturer No.: CCIN1662DVD
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