Persona Non Grata (2015)
The story of a Japanese diplomat, sometimes called the Schindler of Japan, and his life lading up to and after his decision to issue over 2,000 visas to Jewish refugees in Kaunas, Lithuania resulting in saving the lives of over 6,000 people. This is the story of a man who believed in doing all he could do for the benefit of his beloved Japan, including trying to keep her from becoming embroiled in a worldwide conflict he saw as inevitable. Along the way, he came face to face with the plight of the European Jews as they tried to escape the onslaught of the Nazi's and the rapidly advancing German army. Caught between the unbending policies of his country now bound by treaty with Nazi Germany and his awakening moral responsibilities, we follow his life from his early days in Manchuria to his eventual posting in Lithuania and his appointment with destiny which would forever brand him a hero.
Cast
- Toshiaki Karasawa - Chiune Sempo Sugihara
- Borys Szyc - Pesz
- Agnieszka Grochowska - Irina
- Michał Żurawski - Niszli
- Cezary Łukaszewicz - Wolfgang Gudze
- Koyuki
- Gaku Hamada
- Takashi Tsukamoto
- Anna Grycewicz
- Zbigniew Zamachowski - Ganor
Screenplay
- Tetsuo Kamata (Screenplay)
- Hiromichi Matsuo (Screenplay)
Themes
The Horror of War and Humanity
Keywords
nazi, escape
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Persona Non Grata about?
- The story of a Japanese diplomat, sometimes called the Schindler of Japan, and his life lading up to and after his decision to issue over 2,000 visas to Jewish refugees in Kaunas, Lithuania resulting in saving the lives of over 6,000 people. This is the story of a man who believed in doing all he could do for the benefit of his beloved Japan, including trying to keep her from becoming embroiled in a worldwide conflict he saw as inevitable. Along the way, he came face to face with the plight of the European Jews as they tried to escape the onslaught of the Nazi's and the rapidly advancing German army. Caught between the unbending policies of his country now bound by treaty with Nazi Germany and his awakening moral responsibilities, we follow his life from his early days in Manchuria to his eventual posting in Lithuania and his appointment with destiny which would forever brand him a hero.
- Who directed Persona Non Grata?
- Persona Non Grata was directed by Cellin Gluck.
- Who stars in Persona Non Grata?
- Persona Non Grata stars Toshiaki Karasawa, Borys Szyc, Agnieszka Grochowska, Michał Żurawski, Cezary Łukaszewicz, Koyuki.
- How long is Persona Non Grata?
- Persona Non Grata has a runtime of 2h 19m (139 minutes).
- What genre is Persona Non Grata?
- Persona Non Grata is a Drama, History, War film.
- Where was Persona Non Grata produced?
- Persona Non Grata was produced in Japan, Poland.
- What are the themes of Persona Non Grata?
- The themes of Persona Non Grata include: The Horror of War and Humanity.