The Emperor in August
Originally released in 2015. The Emperor in August is a history/war film. directed by Masato Harada. With a runtime of 2h 16m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Koji Yakusho, Masahiro Motoki, and Tori Matsuzaka
Synopsis
In July 1945, during the end of World War II, Japan is forced to accept the Potsdam Declaration. A cabinet meeting has continued through days and nights, but a decision cannot be made. The U.S. drops atomic bombs on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan. General Korechika Anami is torn over making the proper decision and the Emperor of Japan worries about his people. Prime Minister Kantaro Suzuki leads the cabinet meeting, while Chief Secretary Hisatsune Sakomizu can't do anything, but watch the meeting. At this time, Major Kenji Hatanaka and other young commissioned officers, who are against Japan surrendering, move to occupy the palace and a radio broadcasting station. The radio station is set to broadcast Emperor Hirohito reading out the Imperial Rescript on the Termination of the War.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 8, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
2h 16m
136 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (15 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Top Cast
Koji Yakusho
as General Korechika Anami
Masahiro Motoki
as Emperor Showa
Tori Matsuzaka
as Major Kenji Hatanaka
Shinichi Tsutsumi
as Chief Secretary Hisatsune Sakomizu
Tsutomu Yamazaki
as Prime Minister Kantaro Suzuki
Kenichi Yajima
as Naidaijin Kōichi Kido
Ikuji Nakamura
as Admiral Mitsumasa Yonai
Kazuhiro Yamaji
as Tōji Yasui
Akaji Maro
as Admiral Hisanori Fujita
Yuki Ikenobō
as Empress Kōjun
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
- Asmik Ace
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Emperor in August about?
In July 1945, during the end of World War II, Japan is forced to accept the Potsdam Declaration. A cabinet meeting has continued through days and nights, but a decision cannot be made. The U.S. dro...
Who directed The Emperor in August?
The Emperor in August was directed by Masato Harada.
How long is The Emperor in August?
The Emperor in August has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
When was The Emperor in August released?
The Emperor in August was released on August 8, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Emperor in August?
The main cast of The Emperor in August includes Koji Yakusho, Masahiro Motoki, Tori Matsuzaka, Shinichi Tsutsumi, Tsutomu Yamazaki.