
The Broken Commandment(1962)
Ushimatsu's father told him never to reveal his lower-caste heritage; years later, he now contemplates confiding in an activist fighting against such discrimination.

Movie: The Broken Commandment
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Ushimatsu's father told him never to reveal his lower-caste heritage; years later, he now contemplates confiding in an activist fighting against such discrimination.
Release Date
1962-04-06
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6.6
Rating:
3.3 startsTagline
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日本語
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