Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: N/A
Type: Scripted
Rating: 0.0/10
The Human Condition
Overview
LOVE IS THE CONDITION FOR BEING HUMAN The Human Condition is a Japanese epic film trilogy made between 1959 and 1961 The trilogy follows the life of Kaji, a Japanese pacifist and socialist, as he tries to survive in the totalitarian and oppressive world of World War II-era Japan. Taken altogether as a single film, it is 9 hours and 47 minutes long, which includes intermissions, making it one of the longest narrative films ever made.
This production, originally released in 1959, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama, War & Politics genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 0.0 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama and War & Politics.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: Japanese.
Starring Cast
Seasons
No greater love
2 Episodes • Aired 1959-01-15
To avoid combat, Kaji works as a labor camp supervisor in occupied Manchuria, attempting to improve conditions for Chinese prisoners but faces intense resistance from authority.
Road to eternity
2 Episodes • Aired 1959-11-20
Consigned to the Japanese army after his camp activities, Kaji faces brutal military life, bullying, and ultimate battle against Soviet tanks.
A soldier’s prayer
2 Episodes • Aired 1961-01-20
Defeated, Kaji struggles to survive the desolate landscape, fleeing through, seeking to return to his wife, only to face capture by Soviet forces.
