The Giant
Originally released in 1938. The Giant is a history/drama film. directed by Mansaku Itami. With a runtime of 2h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Setsuko Hara, Yoshio Kosugi, and Denjirō Ōkōchi
Synopsis
Japanese adaptation of LES MISERABLES. The last film of director Itami took inspiration from Les Miserables. Transpiring during the Southwestern War of 1877 in Japan, which was the last civil war in the country, a criminal escapes prison only to be found by a monk. The criminal decides to turn a new leaf based on their conversation and goes on to become a town's mayor. He hears news of a mistaken arrest and identity. The revelation of truth is the start of a series of miseries.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 2, 1938
88 years ago
Runtime
2h 7m
127 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Toho Eiga
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Giant about?
Japanese adaptation of LES MISERABLES. The last film of director Itami took inspiration from Les Miserables. Transpiring during the Southwestern War of 1877 in Japan, which was the last civil war ...
Who directed The Giant?
The Giant was directed by Mansaku Itami.
How long is The Giant?
The Giant has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes total).
When was The Giant released?
The Giant was released on February 2, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Giant?
The main cast of The Giant includes Setsuko Hara, Yoshio Kosugi, Denjirō Ōkōchi, Sadao Maruyama, Masako Tsutsumi.