The Dawn of Asia 1964
What is The Dawn of Asia?
The Dawn of Asia is a television drama that was released in 1964. The series consists of thirteen episodes and focuses on the trans-China and Japan collaboration of revolutionaries during the early twentieth century.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1964
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 13
- First aired
- Dec 9, 1964
- Last aired
- Mar 13, 1965
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- JNN
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 13 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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The Dawn of Asia is a television drama that was released in 1964. The series consists of thirteen episodes and focuses on the trans-China and Japan collaboration of revolutionaries during the early twentieth century. This production marked a rare television drama directing venture for Nagisa Oshima. The project was created within a social atmosphere characterized by Japan embracing postwar prosperity alongside the influence of permeating mass media. By utilizing a seemingly conventional approach to filmic representation, the series attempted to connect with a mass audience. Through its narrative, the production explores the epic theme of trans-Asiatic solidarity while simultaneously challenging nationalism on both sides.
Should you watch it?
“Discover a rare television drama exploring early twentieth-century revolutionary collaboration across China and Japan.”
- Directed by Nagisa Oshima in a rare television effort
- Explores trans-Asiatic solidarity and challenges nationalism
- Uses a seemingly conventional method of filmic representation to reach mass audiences
Watch it if you want to explore Nagisa Oshima's rare television work about twentieth-century Asian revolutionaries.
The tone is dramatic and historical, focusing on political and social themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Dec 9, 1964
- E2 Episode 2 Dec 16, 1964
- E3 Episode 3 Dec 23, 1964
- E4 Episode 4 Dec 30, 1964
- E5 Episode 5 Jan 6, 1965
- E6 Episode 6 Jan 13, 1965
- E7 Episode 7 Jan 20, 1965
- E8 Episode 8 Jan 27, 1965
- E9 Episode 9 Feb 3, 1965
- E10 Episode 10 Feb 10, 1965
- E11 Episode 11 Feb 17, 1965
- E12 Episode 12 Feb 24, 1965
- E13 Episode 13 Mar 13, 1965
Frequently asked questions
What is The Dawn of Asia?
It is a television drama consisting of thirteen episodes about early twentieth-century revolutionaries.
When was it released?
It was released in 1964.
Who directed the series?
It was directed by Nagisa Oshima as a rare attempt at directing a TV drama.
What historical period does the series cover?
It covers the early twentieth century focusing on trans-China and Japan collaboration.
What are the main themes of the show?
The show addresses the epic of trans-Asiatic solidarity while challenging nationalism on both sides.