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Children of the Sun

1938•1h 30m
Drama

At 38, Seiu marries Masako, who is emotionally distant and attempts suicide. Masako’s past includes being sold into servitude and an unrecognised pregnancy. Seiu learns the truth and accepts Masako and the unborn child, embracing his roles as husband and father. He also reforms a troubled youth at his institution. In a climactic speech, Seiu inspires his students with resilience and love.

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Production

Tokyo Hassei

Language

JA

Status

Released

Release Date

Cast

Den Obinata

Den Obinata

Yumeko Aizome

Yumeko Aizome

Kōji Mitsui

Kōji Mitsui

Izumi Hara

Izumi Hara

Kinji Fujiwa

Isamu Yamaguchi

Isamu Yamaguchi

Kamatari Fujiwara

Kamatari Fujiwara

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