Emperor Meiji and General Nogi
明治大帝と乃木将軍
Synopsis
In January 1904, the situation between Japan and Russia had grown tense. The Emperor Meiji is deeply concerned, for Russia has started to build an invincible fortress at Port Arthur, and the relations between two countries have become strained to breaking point. General Nogi has retired to the first reserve and is now a gentleman farmer, but he is prepared for sudden mobilization. Finally, Japan declares war against Russia and Emperor Meiji appoints General Nogi as the commander of the force to attack Port Arthur. However, in spite of several all-out attacks, the fortress is strong and the casualties increase among the Japanese. Because of these reverses, there are loud cries for a change in command. However, the Emperor places his confidence in General Nogi.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kiyoshi Komori
- Screenplay & Story
- Kennosuke Tateoka
- Original Score
- Hideo Ozawa
- Original Title
- 明治大帝と乃木将軍
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Shintoho Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kiyoshi Komori
Kennosuke Tateoka, Mitsugi Okura
Hideo Ozawa
Kagai Okado
Hanzaburo Kaneko
Mitsugi Okura
Department Leadership Roster
Kiyoshi Komori
Director
Kennosuke Tateoka
Screenplay
Kagai Okado
Director of Photography
Hideo Ozawa
Original Music Composer
Hanzaburo Kaneko
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What is Emperor Meiji and General Nogi about?
In January 1904, the situation between Japan and Russia had grown tense. The Emperor Meiji is deeply concerned, for Russia has started to build an invincible fortress at Port Arthur, and the relations between two countries have become strained to breaking point. General Nogi has retired to the first reserve and is now a gentleman farmer, but he is prepared for sudden mobilization. Finally, Japan declares war against Russia and Emperor Meiji appoints General Nogi as the commander of the force to attack Port Arthur. However, in spite of several all-out attacks, the fortress is strong and the casualties increase among the Japanese. Because of these reverses, there are loud cries for a change in command. However, the Emperor places his confidence in General Nogi.
Who directed Emperor Meiji and General Nogi?
Emperor Meiji and General Nogi was directed by Kiyoshi Komori.
Who stars in Emperor Meiji and General Nogi?
The principal cast of Emperor Meiji and General Nogi includes Kanjūrō Arashi, Miyuki Takakura, Hiroshi Hayashi, Hikosaburo Kataoka, Keinosuke Wada.
When was Emperor Meiji and General Nogi released and how long is it?
Emperor Meiji and General Nogi was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for Emperor Meiji and General Nogi?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Emperor Meiji and General Nogi was composed by Hideo Ozawa.