Description
Letters from Iwo Jima DVD (2006) | 硫黄島からの手紙
Product Information
- UPC: 4711137252380
- Product Type: Region 3 NTSC DVD
- Made In: Hong Kong
- Audio Options: Japanese
- Subtitles: English, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Thai, Bahasa Indonesia
- Total Runtime: 140 minutes
- Director: Clint Eastwood
- Starring: Ken Watanabe, Kazunari Ninomiya, Tsuyoshi Ihara, Ryō Kase
Overview
Letters from Iwo Jima (硫黄島からの手紙, Iōjima Kara no Tegami) is a critically acclaimed 2006 war film directed and co-produced by Clint Eastwood. The film presents the Battle of Iwo Jima from the perspective of Japanese soldiers, serving as a companion piece to Eastwood's earlier film, Flags of Our Fathers, which depicts the same battle from the American viewpoint. The two films were shot back-to-back.
Set against the backdrop of World War II, the film begins in 2005 with Japanese archaeologists uncovering artifacts from the battle. The narrative then shifts to 1944 Iwo Jima, where Private First Class Saigo and his platoon are tasked with digging trenches as they prepare for an impending invasion by American forces. Under the leadership of General Tadamichi Kuribayashi, played by Ken Watanabe, the soldiers face incredible challenges, including poor nutrition and harsh conditions.
The film delves into themes of sacrifice, honor, and the human cost of war, showcasing the struggles of soldiers caught in a brutal conflict.
Japanese Translation - Overview
『硫黄島からの手紙』(2006年)は、クリント・イーストウッドが監督・製作を務めた戦争映画であり、太平洋戦争中の硫黄島の戦いを日本兵の視点から描いています。本作は、同じ戦いをアメリカ側の視点で描いた前作『父親たちの星条旗』の対になる作品であり、2作品は連続して撮影されました。
物語は2005年、日本の考古学者たちが硫黄島で戦争の遺物を発見する場面から始まります。そこから舞台は1944年の硫黄島へ移り、斎伍(サイゴウ)伍長とその部隊がアメリカ軍の上陸に備えて塹壕を掘る様子が描かれます。彼らは渡辺謙が演じる栗林忠道中将の指揮のもと、過酷な環境と物資の不足の中で厳しい状況に立ち向かいます。
この作品は、戦争における犠牲、名誉、そして人間の精神的・肉体的な代償を深く掘り下げており、過酷な戦争の現実に直面する兵士たちの苦悩と葛藤を描いています
Product Features
- Format: Region 3 NTSC DVD
- Audio: Only available in Japanese
- Subtitles: Multiple languages for accessibility
- Total Runtime: 140 minutes of powerful storytelling
- Genre: War, Drama
Interesting Facts
- Cinematic Technique: The film was noted for its realistic portrayal of the Battle of Iwo Jima, emphasizing the experiences of Japanese soldiers, which were often overlooked in traditional war narratives.
- Collaborative Production: Clint Eastwood collaborated with Steven Spielberg for this film, combining their expertise to present a nuanced view of war.
- Critical Acclaim: Letters from Iwo Jima received numerous awards and nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture, highlighting its impact on both audiences and critics.
Japanese Translation - Interesting Facts
- 映画の技術:この映画は硫黄島の戦いをリアルに描写していることで知られており、従来の戦争物語では見過ごされがちな日本兵の体験に焦点を当てています。
- 共同制作:クリント・イーストウッドはスティーヴン・スピルバーグと協力して本作を制作し、戦争に対する繊細で多面的な視点を融合させました。
- 批評家からの評価:『硫黄島からの手紙』は、多くの賞やノミネートを受けており、アカデミー賞の作品賞にもノミネートされるなど、観客と批評家の双方に強い印象を与えました。
Publishers
This DVD is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. All rights reserved under UPC 4711137252380.
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