
The Human Condition
- 1959 – 1961
- Ended
- Drama · War & Politics
- 3 seasons
- 10.0/10
LOVE IS THE CONDITION FOR BEING HUMAN The Human Condition is a Japanese epic film trilogy made between 1959 and 1961 The trilogy follows the life of Kaji, a Japanese pacifist and socialist, as he tries to survive in the totalitarian and oppressive world of World War II-era Japan. Taken altogether as a single film, it is 9 hours and 47 minutes long, which includes intermissions, making it one of the longest narrative films ever made.
Latest: A soldier’s prayer · 1961
View all seasonsDefeated, Kaji struggles to survive the desolate landscape, fleeing through, seeking to return to his wife, only to face capture by Soviet forces.
E1. Part 5: Escaping Death
Jan 20, 1961 · 80m
After Japan’s defeat, Kaji becomes a prisoner of war in the Soviet Union. He tries to maintain dignity while navigating a new oppressive system.
E2. Part 6: Wandering in the Wilderness
Jan 20, 1961 · 103m
Kaji’s final journey is one of exhaustion and disillusionment as he wanders through a devastated landscape, searching for meaning and reunion with his wife.



















