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The Human Condition I: No Greater Love

1959 · 204 min · Director: Masaki Kobayashi

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love (1959) is a war drama, directed by Masaki Kobayashi. It stars Tatsuya Nakadai and Michiyo Aratama. It unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. The 204-minute film holds an audience score of 8.1/10.

What The Human Condition I: No Greater Love Is About

After handing in a report on the treatment of Chinese colonial labor, Kaji is offered the post of labour chief at a large mining operation in Manchuria, which also grants him exemption from military service. He accepts and moves with his newlywed 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.

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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 labour chief at a large mining operation in Manchuria, which also grants him exemption from military service. He accepts and moves with his newlywed 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.

Where can I watch The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

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

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love runs for 204 minutes (3h 24m).

When did The Human Condition I: No Greater Love come out?

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love was released in 1959.

Who directed The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?

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

Who stars in The Human Condition I: No Greater Love?

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Michiyo Aratama, Chikage Awashima, Ineko Arima.

What is The Human Condition I: No Greater Love's rating?

The Human Condition I: No Greater Love holds 8.5/10 on IMDb and 8.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 89 out of 100.

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