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      Design for Death

      Released Jun 10, 1948 48m Documentary List
      Reviews This documentary uses newsreel footage and reenactments to chronicle the history of Japan, so those in the post--World War II U.S. could understand the nation against whom they had fought a bitter war. Japan's feudal period and samurai culture from the 11th and 12th centuries are explored, as well as the later decision to isolate the country, to avoid spreading Western concepts of personal freedom. Shinto religion and government-fostered nationalism bring Japan to the tragedy of the world war. Read More Read Less

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      Audience Member this doc was the brainchild of dr suess aka theodore geisel Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/21/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis This documentary uses newsreel footage and reenactments to chronicle the history of Japan, so those in the post--World War II U.S. could understand the nation against whom they had fought a bitter war. Japan's feudal period and samurai culture from the 11th and 12th centuries are explored, as well as the later decision to isolate the country, to avoid spreading Western concepts of personal freedom. Shinto religion and government-fostered nationalism bring Japan to the tragedy of the world war.
      Screenwriter
      Dr. Seuss, Helen Geisel
      Distributor
      RKO Radio Pictures
      Genre
      Documentary
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Jun 10, 1948, Original
      Runtime
      48m