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The Great Wall

November 1, 1962 2h 16m 6.0/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1962. The Great Wall is a drama/history film. directed by Shigeo Tanaka. With a runtime of 2h 16m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Shintarō Katsu, Fujiko Yamamoto, and Ken Utsui

Synopsis

In 221 BC, Qin Shihuangdi conquered the rest of China. Qin's great accomplishments and also his serious faults are showed in this film. Qin adopted autocratic dictatorship and led a luxurious life: abolition of feudalism and the centralization of power in the form of a now-hereditary bureaucracy loyal to himself; burning books and burying scholars; the construction of a sumptuous palace for his concubines and also the Great Wall.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 1, 1962 63 years ago
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Runtime 2h 16m 136 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (2 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

  • Daiei Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great Wall about?

In 221 BC, Qin Shihuangdi conquered the rest of China. Qin's great accomplishments and also his serious faults are showed in this film. Qin adopted autocratic dictatorship and led a luxurious life:...

Who directed The Great Wall?

The Great Wall was directed by Shigeo Tanaka.

How long is The Great Wall?

The Great Wall has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).

When was The Great Wall released?

The Great Wall was released on November 1, 1962 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Great Wall?

The main cast of The Great Wall includes Shintarō Katsu, Fujiko Yamamoto, Ken Utsui, Hiroshi Kawaguchi, Ayako Wakao.