Kenji Comes Home movie poster

Kenji Comes Home

January 1, 1949 0h 35m 6.0/10 (1 votes)

Originally released in 1949. Kenji Comes Home is a documentary film. directed by Charles F. Schwep. At just 35 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring William Canfield

Synopsis

Kenji Comes Home is a 1949 documentary film produced by Paul F. Heard. Written and directed by Charles F. Schwep, it was filmed on location in Japan and employed native actors. The film is the story of Kenji, a repatriated prisoner of war in Japan, and his difficulties in settling down. He is torn between the glowing promises of communism and ideals of his girlfriend Aki's Christian religion. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1949 77 years ago
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Runtime 0h 35m 35 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (1 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Protestant Film Commission

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kenji Comes Home about?

Kenji Comes Home is a 1949 documentary film produced by Paul F. Heard. Written and directed by Charles F. Schwep, it was filmed on location in Japan and employed native actors. The film is the stor...

Who directed Kenji Comes Home?

Kenji Comes Home was directed by Charles F. Schwep.

How long is Kenji Comes Home?

Kenji Comes Home has a runtime of 0 hours and 35 minutes (35 minutes total).

When was Kenji Comes Home released?

Kenji Comes Home was released on January 1, 1949 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Kenji Comes Home?

The main cast of Kenji Comes Home includes William Canfield.