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Sayonara

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Sayonara (1957)

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Reviews Counted: 10 Fresh: 10  Rotten:0 Average Rating: 7.1/10

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Runtime: 2 hrs 28 mins

Synopsis: Gruver, an Army major during the Korean War, finds that his relationship with his fiancee has soured. So when he meets an alluring Japanese performer, he happily allows romance to blossom. But the military, and society in general, don't look kindly on an interracial relationships, and the... Gruver, an Army major during the Korean War, finds that his relationship with his fiancee has soured. So when he meets an alluring Japanese performer, he happily allows romance to blossom. But the military, and society in general, don't look kindly on an interracial relationships, and the lovers must constantly contend with distrust and prejudice. Then a tragedy befalls Gruver's buddy Joe and his Japanese wife -- and suddenly he wonders whether his love can withstand the hardships to come. [More]

Genre: Dramas

Starring: Marlon Brando, James Garner, Ricardo Montalban, Red Buttons, Miyoshi Umeki

Director: Joshua Logan
Producer: William Goetz
Screenwriter: Paul Osborn
Composer: Franz Waxman

DVD Info

Release:

Sep 18, 2001

[DVD Details]

DVD Features:

  • Region 1
  • Keep Case
  • Widescreen - 2.35

Audio:

  • Dolby Digital Mono - English
  • Dolby Digital Mono - French
  • Dolby Digital Mono - Spanish

Additional Release Material:

  • Trailers - 1. Original Theatrical

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Logan's message picture about interracial marriage is made more enjoyable by the then novelty of locations shooting in Japan as well as likable performances from Marlon Brando, Red Buttons, and rest of the cast.

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07/10/07
Emanuel Levy
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5/5

Engaging drama of servicemen in Japan. Top acting by all.

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02/20/07
Steve Crum
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06/24/06
Derek Adams
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The main plot points have become dated over time, nevertheless the action still feels sincere.

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02/07/06
Dennis Schwartz
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3/5

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07/17/05
Emanuel Levy
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3.5/5

The supporting cast is remarkable, especially Red Buttons.

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03/13/05
Michael W. Phillips, Jr.
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02/08/04
Daniel M. Kimmel
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10/31/03
Carol Cling
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05/20/03
Bosley Crowther
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03/13/03
Christopher Null
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Brando's terrific performance elevates an otherwise unexceptional, though well-intentioned, film

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10/06/01
Dan Jardine
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