

Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
Java, 1942 — A clash of cultures, a test of the human spirit.
7.3/1019832h 4mReleased
DramaHistoryWar
Island of Java, 1942, during World War II. British Major Jack Celliers arrives at a Japanese prison camp, run by the strict Captain Yonoi. Colonel John Lawrence, who has a profound knowledge of Japanese culture, and Sergeant Hara, brutal and simpleton, will witness the struggle of wills between two men from very different backgrounds who are tragically destined to clash.
Released: May 28, 1983
Top Cast

David Bowie
Celliers

Tom Conti
Lawrence

Ryuichi Sakamoto
Yonoi














































