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Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
Overview
Island of Java, 1942, during World War II. British Major Jack Celliers arrives at a Japanese prison camp, run by the strict Captain Yonoi. Colonel John Lawrence, who has a profound knowledge of Japanese culture, and Sergeant Hara, brutal and simpleton, will witness the struggle of wills between two men from very different backgrounds who are tragically destined to clash.
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Movie Details
Status
Released (28/05/1983)
Original language
Japanese
Original title
戦場のメリークリスマス
Box office
$2,306,560
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