The Eternal Zero 2013
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What is The Eternal Zero?
The Eternal Zero is a 2013 Japanese historical war film directed and co-written by Takashi Yamazaki, who also provided the visual effects for the production. The story is based on the 2006 novel of the same name written by Naoki Hyakuta.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2013
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 144 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 20, 2013
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- Japan
- Studios
- Amuse Soft Entertainment, TOHO, Shirogumi
- Revenue
- $84,500,000
- Genres
- War, Drama, Action, Mystery
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At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 77 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~144 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Amuse Soft Entertainment, TOHO, Shirogumi
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Overview
The Eternal Zero is a 2013 Japanese historical war film directed and co-written by Takashi Yamazaki, who also provided the visual effects for the production. The story is based on the 2006 novel of the same name written by Naoki Hyakuta. The film follows a brother and sister who discover that their biological grandfather served as a kamikaze pilot during World War II. As the siblings conduct research into their grandfather's life, they encounter conflicting accounts from his former comrades regarding his character and the circumstances under which he joined his squadron. Classified as a war, drama, action, and mystery film, the production has a runtime of two hours and twenty-four minutes. The movie was released in Japan on December 20, 2013. Following its release, the film became a box-office success in Japan, where its portrayal of wartime kamikaze pilots generated significant public discussion. The project is recognized for its historical focus and its exploration of the personal legacy left behind by a soldier who died in combat.
Should you watch it?
“Two siblings investigate their grandfather’s mysterious past as a World War II kamikaze pilot.”
- Explores complex personal histories through conflicting accounts from former comrades.
- Features visual effects directed by Takashi Yamazaki.
- Provides a perspective on wartime experiences and the legacy of kamikaze pilots.
- The film's portrayal of wartime history has been noted for reopening sensitive debates in Japan.
Watch it if you are interested in historical dramas that examine the personal lives behind military history.
This is a dramatic war film with a runtime of two hours and twenty-four minutes, focusing on reflective storytelling and historical investigation.
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Where can I stream The Eternal Zero?
Availability varies by region, but the film is listed on platforms like Plex.
Is the film worth watching?
It is a notable box-office success that offers a specific perspective on historical war narratives, making it a point of interest for fans of the genre.
How long is the film?
The Eternal Zero has a total runtime of two hours and twenty-four minutes.
Is this a series?
No, it is a feature-length film released in 2013.
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