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The Battle of Okinawa

The Battle of Okinawa

The biggest and last fierce battle in history! 90 days of turbulence that burned green and life!

The Americans are swiftly closing on Okinawa, an island just south of the Japanese mainland. The Imperial command sends top generals and several army divisions to defend it at all costs. The mission quickly degenerates as vital resources and troops are diverted to other islands. After a civilian evacuation ends in tragedy most of non-combatants are forced to remain on the island. Many convert to soldier status. Tokyo sends mixed messages that squander time and resources, as when they order the defenders to build an airstrip for aircraft that never come. The truth soon becomes obvious: the high command decides that the island cannot be held and effectively abandons the Okinawan defenders. When the Americans land many troops are deployed in the wrong places. As the slaughter mounts, a suicidal attitude takes hold. Okinawa becomes a death trap, for civilian volunteers and non-combatants as well.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: 激動の昭和史 沖縄決戦
  • Genres: War, History
  • Release Date: 1971-08-14
  • Runtime: 149 minutes
  • Rating: 7.5/10 (12 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: TOHO
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.2487
  • Languages: Japanese

Cast & Crew

Keiju Kobayashi

Keiju Kobayashi

as General Ushijima

Yūzō Kayama

Yūzō Kayama

as

Tetsuro Tamba

Tetsuro Tamba

as Lieutenant General Isamu Cho

Tatsuya Nakadai

Tatsuya Nakadai

as Colonel Hiromichi Yahara

Mayumi Ozora

Mayumi Ozora

as

Kenji Sahara

Kenji Sahara

as

Katsuhiko Sasaki

Katsuhiko Sasaki

as Communications Officer Miyake

Hideyo Amamoto

Hideyo Amamoto

as Okinawa Regional Officer

Ryō Ikebe

Ryō Ikebe

as Rear Admiral Ota

Ichirō Nakatani

Ichirō Nakatani

as Chief of Staff Ueno

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

Battle of Okinawa (1971) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

External Links

Keywords

world war iiu.s. navyokinawapacific warjapanese armybattle of okinawashōwa era (1926-89)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Battle of Okinawa?

The Battle of Okinawa is a War, History movie directed by . It was released on 1971-08-14.

Who are the main actors in The Battle of Okinawa?

The main cast includes Keiju Kobayashi, Yūzō Kayama, Tetsuro Tamba, Tatsuya Nakadai, Mayumi Ozora, .

Where can I watch The Battle of Okinawa online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Battle of Okinawa is available.

Is The Battle of Okinawa based on a true story?

The biggest and last fierce battle in history! 90 days of turbulence that burned green and life!

What is the IMDb rating of The Battle of Okinawa?

The Battle of Okinawa has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 12 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Battle of Okinawa?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Battle of Okinawa?

The soundtrack was composed by TOHO. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Battle of Okinawa filmed?

The Battle of Okinawa was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Battle of Okinawa?

The total runtime of The Battle of Okinawa is 149 minutes.

Is The Battle of Okinawa suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Battle of Okinawa?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Battle of Okinawa.

Does The Battle of Okinawa have a post-credit scene?

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