263361
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The Forgotten Imperial Army

1963-08-16
6
ja 25m
DocumentaryTV Movie
This documentary examines the plight of Korean veterans who were conscripted into the Japanese imperial army during World War II and later left destitute in postwar Japan. Many, disabled by their service, are denied compensation because of their Korean nationality. Filmed for Japanese television, the work confronts public apathy and exposes the unresolved moral responsibility Japan bears toward those who fought in its name.

Director

Nagisa Ōshima

Editor

Kurahei Tamario

Screenplay

Akira Hayasaka

Director of Photography

Sadanori Shibata

Director of Photography

Masaaki Susawa

Producer

Junichi Ushiyama

Status

Released

Countries

  • Japan

Companies

  • Nippon Television Network Corporation