In 1942, British soldier Jack Celliers arrives at a Japanese prison camp run by Yonoi, who has a firm belief in discipline, honour and glory. In his view, the Allied prisoners are cowards who chose to surrender instead of committing suicide. One of the prisoners, interpreter John Lawrence, tries to explain the Japanese way of thinking, but is considered a traitor.

Director: Nagisa Ôshima
Cast: David Bowie, Tom Conti, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Takeshi, Jack Thompson
Language: English, Japanese (in parts), with English and Chinese subtitles

This film has been classified as a Category IIB film (Not Suitable for Young Persons and Children)