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Field Nurse

Field Nurse

Original Title: 野戦看護婦

19531h 32m

Status

Released

Release

1953

Runtime

1h 32m

Storyline

In 1942 South China, hardened field hospital nurse Yukiko secretly loves Sergeant Nemoto. The arrival of a fragile new nurse, Keiko, reawakens Yukiko's warmth but also sparks intense jealousy when Nemoto shows Keiko kindness. As the two bond over a shared hometown, Yukiko's resentment grows. The situation is compounded by the escalating chaos of a losing war, including air raids, medicine shortages, and a deadly malaria outbreak that weakens Keiko. Set against the backdrop of Japan’s impending defeat, Yukiko is forced to confront the high cost of her envy and decide where her loyalties lie in a final test of courage and compassion.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 32m
Jul 14, 1953
Languages
Japanese
Production Countries
Japan