Ahen senso facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ahen Sensō |
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Japanese film poster
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| Directed by | Masahiro Makino |
| Produced by | Toho |
| Written by | Hideo Oguni Akira Kurosawa (uncredited) |
| Starring | Ennosuke Ichikawa Setsuko Hara Hideko Takamine Sugisaku Aoyama |
| Music by | Ryoichi Hattori |
| Cinematography | Jōji Obara Eiji Tsuburaya (Special Effects) |
| Release date(s) | January 14, 1943 |
| Running time | 115 minutes |
| Country | Japan |
| Language | Japanese |
Ahen Sensō (which means The Opium War) is a black-and-white Japanese film. It was released in 1943. Masahiro Makino directed this movie. The film tells a story about a major historical conflict. This conflict is known as the First Opium War.
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About the Film
What is "Ahen Sensō"?
Ahen Sensō is a historical drama. It was made in Japan during World War II. The movie shows events from a big war. This war happened a long time ago. It was a conflict between China and Great Britain.
The Story Behind the Film
The film focuses on the First Opium War. This war took place in the 1800s. It was a significant event in history. The movie shows the challenges faced by people. It also highlights the actions of leaders. The film helps viewers understand this historical period. It was produced by Toho.
Main Characters
Who Played Whom?
The movie features several important actors. They played key roles in the story. Here are some of the main cast members:
- Ennosuke Ichikawa played Lin Zexu. Lin Zexu was a Chinese official.
- Setsuko Hara played a character named Ai Lang.
- Hideko Takamine played a character named Rei Lang.
- Sugisaku Aoyama played Charles Elliot. Charles Elliot was a British official.
- Denmei Suzuki played George Elliot. He was also a British figure.
