The Refugee
Originally released in 1955. The Refugee is a drama film. directed by Yoshitarō Nomura. With a runtime of 2h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Keiko Kishi, Keiji Sada, and Shin Saburi
Synopsis
A Chinese medical student named Gan Shosho finds himself cut off from his homeland as he is studying in Japan during the outbreak of the war. Despite his difficult circumstances, he finds love in the form of Sachiko and the two marry. They later travel to Nanjing to live a new life together where Sachiko and Shaochang cooperate with the Japanese-backed government. Their ultimate hope is to secure peace but their idealism is not enough to keep them together through brutal times and with the end of the war the two find themselves facing a divorce... --Osaka Asian Film Festival
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 3, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
2h 15m
135 minutes total
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Shochiku
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Refugee about?
A Chinese medical student named Gan Shosho finds himself cut off from his homeland as he is studying in Japan during the outbreak of the war. Despite his difficult circumstances, he finds love in t...
Who directed The Refugee?
The Refugee was directed by Yoshitarō Nomura.
How long is The Refugee?
The Refugee has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
When was The Refugee released?
The Refugee was released on May 3, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Refugee?
The main cast of The Refugee includes Keiko Kishi, Keiji Sada, Shin Saburi, Yūnosuke Itō, Chishū Ryū.