The Human Bullet
"Kamikaze funeral pyre"
Originally released in 1968. The Human Bullet is a comedy/drama film. directed by Kihachi Okamoto.
Starring Minori Terada, Naoko Ohtani, and Yūnosuke Itō
Synopsis
A soldier has been in the Japanese military for the entirety of WWII, and in that time, his dedication to the army has never faltered. However, as the war draws to a close, his commanding officers become increasingly desperate and push their men to ever more absurd extremes. The ridiculousness of the orders from above peak when the hero of the story is assigned to drive a one-man submarine straight into the hull of an enemy battleship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 22, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 56m
116 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (13 votes)
Language
Japanese
Original language
Country
Japan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Production Companies
- Art Theatre Guild
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Human Bullet about?
A soldier has been in the Japanese military for the entirety of WWII, and in that time, his dedication to the army has never faltered. However, as the war draws to a close, his commanding officers ...
Who directed The Human Bullet?
The Human Bullet was directed by Kihachi Okamoto.
How long is The Human Bullet?
The Human Bullet has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
When was The Human Bullet released?
The Human Bullet was released on October 22, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Human Bullet?
The main cast of The Human Bullet includes Minori Terada, Naoko Ohtani, Yūnosuke Itō, Hideyo Amamoto, Masumi Harukawa.