Attack Squadron (1963)
Original title: 太平洋の翼
Attack Squadron is a 1963 Japanese-language action movie directed by Shūe Matsubayashi, with a running time of 1h 41m. It stars Toshirō Mifune, Yūzō Kayama and Takashi Shimura.
Lt. Col. Senda resists the idea of sending Japanese fighter pilots on suicide missions. He believes that what is really necessary for Japan to regain momentum in the war is for the air force to gather its most brilliant pilots into an elite squadron and use the unit to pinpoint attacks on the Americans. Disrespected by the kamikaze pilots who think the "non-suicidal" pilots are afraid, the unit redeems itself by stunning victories. But success leads the military leaders to expect too much of the unit, and new orders portend disaster.
Quick answers
What is Attack Squadron about?
Lt. Col. Senda resists the idea of sending Japanese fighter pilots on suicide missions. He believes that what is really necessary for Japan to regain momentum in the war is for the air force to gather its most brilliant pilots into an elite squadron and use the unit to pinpoint attacks on the Americans. Disrespected by the kamikaze pilots who think the "non-suicidal" pilots are afraid, the unit redeems itself by stunning victories. But success leads the military leaders to expect too much of the unit, and new orders portend disaster.
When was Attack Squadron released?
Attack Squadron was released on 3 January 1963.
How long is Attack Squadron?
Attack Squadron runs 1h 41m.
Who made Attack Squadron?
Attack Squadron was directed by Shūe Matsubayashi.
Cast
- Toshirō Mifune as Lt. Colonel Senda
- Yūzō Kayama as Captain Shiro Taki
- Takashi Shimura as Admiral
- Yōsuke Natsuki as Captain Nobuo Ataka
- Makoto Satō as Teppei Yano
- Susumu Fujita as Yamato Commander Ito
- Jun Tazaki as Commander
- Akihiko Hirata as Senda's Aide
- Yoshibumi Tajima as Sailor
- Yoshio Kosugi as Destroyer Captain
- Senkichi Ōmura as Transport Pilot
- Seizaburō Kawazu as Kosaku Aruga