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Sayonara

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Sayonara (1957)

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Reviews Counted:9

Fresh:9

Rotten:0

Average Rating:7.2/10

Runtime: 2 hrs 28 mins

Genre: Dramas

Synopsis: Gruver, an Army major during the Korean War, finds that his relationship with his fiancee has soured. So when he meets an alluring Japanese performer, he happily allows romance to blossom. But the... Gruver, an Army major during the Korean War, finds that his relationship with his fiancee has soured. So when he meets an alluring Japanese performer, he happily allows romance to blossom. But the military, and society in general, don't look kindly on an interracial relationships, and the lovers must constantly contend with distrust and prejudice. Then a tragedy befalls Gruver's buddy Joe and his Japanese wife -- and suddenly he wonders whether his love can withstand the hardships to come. [More]

Starring: Marlon Brando, James Garner, Ricardo Montalban, Red Buttons

Starring: Marlon Brando, James Garner, Ricardo Montalban, Red Buttons, Miyoshi Umeki, Patricia Owens, Martha Scott, Miiko Taka

Director: Joshua Logan

Director: Joshua Logan
Producer: William Goetz
Screenwriter: Paul Osborn
Composer: Franz Waxman

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Logan's message picture about interracial marriage is made more enjoyable by the then novelty of locations shooting in Japan as well as likable performances from Marlon Brando, Red Buttons, and rest of the cast.

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07/10/07
Emanuel Levy
Emanuel Levy
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Engaging drama of servicemen in Japan. Top acting by all.

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02/20/07
Steve Crum
Steve Crum
Dispatch-Tribune Newspapers

The main plot points have become dated over time, nevertheless the action still feels sincere.

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02/07/06
Dennis Schwartz
Dennis Schwartz
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The supporting cast is remarkable, especially Red Buttons.

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Christopher Null
Christopher Null
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Brando's terrific performance elevates an otherwise unexceptional, though well-intentioned, film

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