The Human Condition
A soldier’s prayer
Created by: Masaki Kobayashi
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Season aired: 1961-01-20
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Overview
LOVE IS THE CONDITION FOR BEING HUMAN The Human Condition is a Japanese epic film trilogy made between 1959 and 1961 The trilogy follows the life of Kaji, a Japanese pacifist and socialist, as he tries to survive in the totalitarian and oppressive world of World War II-era Japan. Taken altogether as a single film, it is 9 hours and 47 minutes long, which includes intermissions, making it one of the longest narrative films ever made.
About This Season
Defeated, Kaji struggles to survive the desolate landscape, fleeing through, seeking to return to his wife, only to face capture by Soviet forces.
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Episodes · 2
Part 5: Escaping Death
After Japan’s defeat, Kaji becomes a prisoner of war in the Soviet Union. He tries to maintain dignity while navigating a new oppressive system.
Part 6: Wandering in the Wilderness
Kaji’s final journey is one of exhaustion and disillusionment as he wanders through a devastated landscape, searching for meaning and reunion with his wife.
