
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
Set during World War II, this film explores the complex relationships between British prisoners of war and their Japanese captors in a Japanese internment camp. The narrative delves into themes of honor, duty, and the clash of cultures, featuring compelling performances by David Bowie and Ryuichi Sakamoto, who also composed the hauntingly beautiful score. Directed by Nagisa Ōshima, the movie is notable for its intense emotional depth and thought-provoking storyline. Interestingly, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.
Director: Nagisa Ōshima
Actors: Alistair Browning, Chris Broun, David Bowie, Jack Thompson, James Malcolm, Johnny Ohkura, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Takeshi Kitano, Tom Conti, Yûya Uchida
Country: Australia, Japan, New Zealand, United Kingdom
Company: Antares-Nova, National Film Trustee Company, Recorded Picture Company (RPC)
Worldwide Gross: $2,376,612




