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Oba: The Last Samurai

2011 · 128 min War Drama
6.1 / 10 · TMDB

In 1944, the American military lands on the shores of Saipan. Refusing to commit suicide with his superiors or be forced into camps for prisoners of war, Captain Oba Sakae leads a group of his men and other similarly minded local residents into the mountains. Even after hearing reports of the Japanese military's surrender, Oba dismisses the reports as propaganda and continues to launch guerilla attacks against the American soldiers, earning him the nickname "The Fox". Soon, even the American commander who's charged with the task of capturing Oba comes to admire his persistent enemy.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title 太平洋の奇跡 -フォックスと呼ばれた男-
Year 2011
Country Japan, Northern Mariana Islands
Genre War, Drama
Director Hideyuki Hirayama
Runtime 128 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.1/10 (19 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Hideyuki Hirayama

— MovieFinder Editorial

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