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Sayonara (1957)
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Reviews Counted:9
Fresh:9
Rotten:0
Average Rating:7.2/10
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
Reviews for Sayonara
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.
The main plot points have become dated over time, nevertheless the action still feels sincere.
Brando's terrific performance elevates an otherwise unexceptional, though well-intentioned, film
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Red Buttons, the beloved red-haired comedian and songwriter whose career spanned seven decades, died Thursday of vascular disease after a long illness. He was 87 years old. More...
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