USA,
1956, 123 min
Directed by:
Daniel MannCinematography:
John AltonComposer:
Saul ChaplinCast:
Marlon Brando, Glenn Ford, Machiko Kyō, Eddie Albert, Paul Ford, Harry Morgan, Louis Calhern, Jun Negami, Harry Harvey Jr., 清川虹子, Jane Chung, Roger McGeePlots(1)
This adaptation of the popular stage play takes place after the end of World War II, in Okinawa, Japan. The plot concerns Army Capt. Fisby, who has been assigned to introduce the benefits of democracy and trade to a small town. His task proves difficult, for the villagers have deeply rooted traditions that they wish to uphold. Can Fisby find a way to "Americanize" the town? (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Golden Globes
- 1957 - Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
- 1957 - Promoting International Understanding
- 1957 - Glenn Ford (Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy)
- 1957 - Marlon Brando (Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy)
- 1957 - Machiko Kyō (Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy)
- 1957 - Eddie Albert (Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture)
Berlinale (Berlin International Film Festival)
- 1957 - Daniel Mann (Golden Bear for Best Film)