Introduction
442 regiment composed of Japanese Americans is famous for its superb combat record. This is the film portraying their combat to not only the enemy but also prejudice during WWⅡ and their lives today.
Japanese Eyes
442 -LIVE WITH HONOR, DIE WITH DIGNITY-
Director:Junichi Suzuki
Asian Premiere
10/27 11:00- 10/30 19:50-
©442filmpartners
97min English, Japanese Color, B&W Blu-ray | 2010 U.S.A.=Japan | Distributor in Japan : Film Voice Inc.
Synopsis
During WWⅡ, soldiers of the 442 Regiment, composed mainly of Japanese Americans fought, not only the enemy but also prejudice in their homeland. However, the 442 became the most decorated regiments for its size and length of service in the US military history. This film is about 442nd veterans who are normal American citizens now, portraying their battle against the enemy and prejudice and their PTSD which was never revealed even to their families before filming. The director is experienced Junichi Suzuki who has lived in USA for 9 years and the music is by Golden Glove award recipient Kitaro.
TOHO CINEMAS ROPPONGI HILLS SCREEN1
10/27 11:00 - 12:52 (97min.)
Advance Tickets ¥1300(Tax included) Tickets at the Door ¥1500(Tax included)
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Cinemart Roppongi SCREEN1
10/30 19:50 - 21:27 (97min.)
Advance Tickets ¥1300(Tax included) Tickets at the Door ¥1500(Tax included)
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* Please note that the screening schedule, Q&A and Greeting from the Stage are subject to change. The stage appearances of guests and scheduled closing time of the show may change according to circumstances.
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- Director
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Junichi Suzuki
After graduating Tokyo University, he joined Nikkatsu as an assistant director. "Fujinka Byoto" (Nikkatsu) was his directorial debut in 1981.He has directed 24 feature films so far, including the hit movie "Shiro and Marylin"(Shochikufuji), Asiaoseania Film Festival winner "Sand Castle" (ATG), Idellywild International Film Festival of Cinema winner "Remembering the Cosmos Flower" (Ace Pictures). He moved to LA 2001.
- Staff
- ダニエル・イノウエ(現米国上院議員) ジョージ・タケイ スティーヴ・シミズ ネルソン・アカギ ローソン・サカイ Cinematographer:Masashi Kobuchi Editor:Toru Mihara Music:Kitaro Associate Producer/Interviewer:Erika Jones Assistant Producer:Minako Tsuda :
- Cast
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Daniel Inoue(U.S. Senator) George Takei Steve Shimizu Nelson Akagi Lawson Sakai
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