How the Bell of Liberty Rings (1954)

Set during Japan's Bakumatsu period, the film follows Fukuzawa Yukichi, a poor samurai's son who defies societal norms to study Dutch and English. Despite facing opposition from his family and nationalist factions, he founds Keio University, becoming a key figure in Japan's modernization amid political turmoil.

Released June 1, 1954 98 min None+

Genres: Drama, History

Keywords: aspectratio.1-37-1

Production Companies: Toho

Country: Japan
Languages: Japanese