Tower of Lilies (1953)
Original title: ひめゆりの塔
Tower of Lilies is a 1953 Japanese-language war movie directed by Tadashi Imai, with a running time of 2h 8m. It stars Keiko Tsushima, Eiji Okada and Kinzō Shin.
A group of Okinawan high school girls are drafted as nurses during the American invasion of the island. As the enemy army advances further, the situation for the girls becomes increasingly desperate as food and shelter run out and the number of injured climbs, leading to the film's tragic finale.
Quick answers
What is Tower of Lilies about?
A group of Okinawan high school girls are drafted as nurses during the American invasion of the island. As the enemy army advances further, the situation for the girls becomes increasingly desperate as food and shelter run out and the number of injured climbs, leading to the film's tragic finale.
When was Tower of Lilies released?
Tower of Lilies was released on 9 January 1953.
How long is Tower of Lilies?
Tower of Lilies runs 2h 8m.
Who made Tower of Lilies?
Tower of Lilies was directed by Tadashi Imai.