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The Navy

August 13, 1963

100 minutes

Shinji Murayama

War Drama

Overview

A tale of two best friends in the WWII era Japan. Takao is a young man enthusiastic about joining the navy to fight for his country. He convinces his best friend Shinji to join him. As it turns out, however, Takao's poor health prevents him from entering the navy while his friend is chosen instead. As time goes by, Takao becomes a painter and changes his mind about the meaningfulness of war and fighting, while his friend goes the opposite path. Meanwhile Takao's sister falls in love with Shinji.

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Movie Details

Release Date

August 13, 1963

Runtime

100 minutes

Director

Shinji Murayama

Production Companies

Toei Company

Cast

Kinya Kitaoji

Shinji

Sonny Chiba

Takao

The Navy

Overview