The Burmese Harp movie poster

The Burmese Harp

January 21, 1956 1h 57m 7.9/10 (165 votes)

Originally released in 1956. The Burmese Harp is a drama/war film. directed by Kon Ichikawa.

Starring Rentaro Mikuni, Shōji Yasui, and Jun Hamamura

Synopsis

In Burma during the closing days of WWII, a Japanese soldier separated from his unit disguises himself as a Buddhist monk to escape imprisonment as a POW.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 21, 1956 70 years ago
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Runtime 1h 57m 117 minutes total
User Rating 7.9/10 Great (165 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Nikkatsu Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Burmese Harp about?

In Burma during the closing days of WWII, a Japanese soldier separated from his unit disguises himself as a Buddhist monk to escape imprisonment as a POW.

Who directed The Burmese Harp?

The Burmese Harp was directed by Kon Ichikawa.

How long is The Burmese Harp?

The Burmese Harp has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).

When was The Burmese Harp released?

The Burmese Harp was released on January 21, 1956 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Burmese Harp?

The main cast of The Burmese Harp includes Rentaro Mikuni, Shōji Yasui, Jun Hamamura, Taketoshi Naitō, Shunji Kasuga.

Is The Burmese Harp worth watching?

The Burmese Harp has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 165 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.