Escape at Dawn

Escape at Dawn

1950 · 116 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama, War

Mikami, a Japanese soldier, is captured by Chinese forces. Although able to escape, he is treated with contempt by his peers. After falling in love with a prostitute named Harumi, she convinces him to desert the army and live with her.

Directed by Senkichi Taniguchi · Written by Senkichi Taniguchi

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