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The Human Condition I: No Greater Love

"The Immortal Story."

January 15, 1959 3h 27m 8.1/10 (273 votes)

Originally released in 1959. The Human Condition I: No Greater Love is a war/drama film. directed by Masaki Kobayashi. With a runtime of 3h 27m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Tatsuya Nakadai, Michiyo Aratama, and Chikage Awashima

Synopsis

After handing in a report on the treatment of Chinese colonial labor, Kaji is offered the post of labor chief at a large mining operation in Manchuria, which also grants him exemption from military service. He accepts, and moves to Manchuria with his newly-wed wife Michiko, but when he tries to put his ideas of more humane treatment into practice, he finds himself at odds with scheming officials, cruel foremen, and the military police.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 15, 1959 67 years ago
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Runtime 3h 27m 207 minutes total
User Rating 8.1/10 Excellent (273 votes)
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Language Japanese Original language
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Country Japan Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
JA

Production Companies

  • Ninjin Club

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Human Condition I: No Greater Love about?

After handing in a report on the treatment of Chinese colonial labor, Kaji is offered the post of labor chief at a large mining operation in Manchuria, which also grants him exemption from military...

Who directed The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love was directed by Masaki Kobayashi.

How long is The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love has a runtime of 3 hours and 27 minutes (207 minutes total).

When was The Human Condition I: No Greater Love released?

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love was released on January 15, 1959 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?

The main cast of The Human Condition I: No Greater Love includes Tatsuya Nakadai, Michiyo Aratama, Chikage Awashima, Ineko Arima, So Yamamura.

Is The Human Condition I: No Greater Love worth watching?

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love has a user rating of 8.1/10 based on 273 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.