Japan's War in Colour
“The story of the Japanese during the Second World War and the rise and fall of the Japanese Empire 1931-1945.”
Synopsis
Using never-before-seen footage, Japan's War In Colour tells a previously untold story. It recounts the history of the Second World War from a Japanese perspective, combining original colour film with letters and diaries written by Japanese people. It tells the story of a nation at war from the diverse perspectives of those who lived through it: the leaders and the ordinary people, the oppressors and the victims, the guilty and the innocent. Until recently, it was believed that no colour film of Japan existed prior to 1945. But specialist research has now unearthed a remarkable colour record from as early as the 1930s. For eight years the Japanese fought what they believed was a Holy War that became a fight to the death. Japan's War In Colour shows how militarism took hold of the Japanese people; describes why Japan felt compelled to attack the West; explains what drove the Japanese to resist the Allies for so long; and, finally, reveals how they dealt with the shame of defeat.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 13, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Batty
- Original Score
- Chris Elliott
- Original Title
- Japan's War in Colour
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 31m
- Production Studios
- TWI, Carlton UK Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Batty
Chris Elliott
Stephen Moore
Richard Clemmow, Adrian Wood, David Batty, Stewart Binns
Department Leadership Roster
Adrian Wood
Producer
Stephen Moore
Editor
David Batty
Producer
David Batty
Director
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What is Japan's War in Colour about?
Using never-before-seen footage, Japan's War In Colour tells a previously untold story. It recounts the history of the Second World War from a Japanese perspective, combining original colour film with letters and diaries written by Japanese people. It tells the story of a nation at war from the diverse perspectives of those who lived through it: the leaders and the ordinary people, the oppressors and the victims, the guilty and the innocent. Until recently, it was believed that no colour film of Japan existed prior to 1945. But specialist research has now unearthed a remarkable colour record from as early as the 1930s. For eight years the Japanese fought what they believed was a Holy War that became a fight to the death. Japan's War In Colour shows how militarism took hold of the Japanese people; describes why Japan felt compelled to attack the West; explains what drove the Japanese to resist the Allies for so long; and, finally, reveals how they dealt with the shame of defeat.
Who directed Japan's War in Colour?
Japan's War in Colour was directed by David Batty.
Who stars in Japan's War in Colour?
The principal cast of Japan's War in Colour includes Brian Cox.
When was Japan's War in Colour released and how long is it?
Japan's War in Colour was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 2h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Japan's War in Colour?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Japan's War in Colour was composed by Chris Elliott.