The Burmese Harp
Originally released in 1956. The Burmese Harp is a drama/war film. directed by Kon Ichikawa.
Starring Rentaro Mikuni, Shōji Yasui, and Jun Hamamura
Synopsis
In Burma during the closing days of WWII, a Japanese soldier separated from his unit disguises himself as a Buddhist monk to escape imprisonment as a POW.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 21, 1956
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (165 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Nikkatsu Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Burmese Harp about?
In Burma during the closing days of WWII, a Japanese soldier separated from his unit disguises himself as a Buddhist monk to escape imprisonment as a POW.
Who directed The Burmese Harp?
The Burmese Harp was directed by Kon Ichikawa.
How long is The Burmese Harp?
The Burmese Harp has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was The Burmese Harp released?
The Burmese Harp was released on January 21, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Burmese Harp?
The main cast of The Burmese Harp includes Rentaro Mikuni, Shōji Yasui, Jun Hamamura, Taketoshi Naitō, Shunji Kasuga.
Is The Burmese Harp worth watching?
The Burmese Harp has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 165 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.