Return to Sandakan movie poster

Return to Sandakan

"Horror stories of human depravity and the atrocities committed by the Japanese at Sandakan POW camp"

January 4, 1995 0h 55m

Originally released in 1995. Return to Sandakan is a documentary/history film. directed by Raymond Quint. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Ivar Kants

Synopsis

During World War II there were nearly 2,500 Allied prisoners held in Sandakan POW camp in British North Borneo. Along with the ravages of war and the struggle to survive abject conditions, only six of these POW's were found alive when the war finally ended. In the years that followed, the horror stories of human depravity and the atrocities committed by the Japanese at Sandakan POW camp would come to light, considered by many as one of the most devastating chapters of the Pacific War.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 4, 1995 31 years ago
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Runtime 0h 55m 55 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Australia Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Film Australia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Return to Sandakan about?

During World War II there were nearly 2,500 Allied prisoners held in Sandakan POW camp in British North Borneo. Along with the ravages of war and the struggle to survive abject conditions, only six...

Who directed Return to Sandakan?

Return to Sandakan was directed by Raymond Quint.

How long is Return to Sandakan?

Return to Sandakan has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).

When was Return to Sandakan released?

Return to Sandakan was released on January 4, 1995 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Return to Sandakan?

The main cast of Return to Sandakan includes Ivar Kants.