Horror in the East

Horror in the East (2001)

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While many histories of World War Two have recounted the grim atrocities performed by Japanese soldiers on civilians and POWs, few have attempted to explain how and why such barbarity could have occurred. What led to the assault on Nanking? How could one in four Allied POWs die in captivity? Meticulously researched, using Japanese and British consultants, Horror in the East examines the political and economic factors, as well as the mindset of those involved. Rarely seen archive footage and interviews with former Japanese soldiers, kamakazis, Allied POWs, and victims of the notorious cruelty reveal the complex truth behind the horror.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday, Wednesday (60 min)

Last Episode

Death Before Surrender
Season 1Episode 260 min

Death Before Surrender

When World War Two turned against the Japanese, why did so many soldiers choose death rather than surrender? What was the motivation of the kamikaze pilots who flew planes into British and American ships? The second of two programmes features interviews with American Marines, British PoWs and Japanese veterans - some of them war criminals - and attempts to uncover the answers to these questions, and build a comprehensive portrait of a nation in crisis.
déc. 5, 2001

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Death Before Surrenderdéc. 5, 2001
S01E01Turning Against the Westdéc. 4, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Horror in the East' premiere?

'Horror in the East' premiered on September 23, 2001.

Who is the narrator for 'Horror in the East'?

The narrator for 'Horror in the East' is Laurence Olivier.

What is the show 'Horror in the East' about?

'Horror in the East' is a documentary that chronicles the events leading up to and during the Second World War in Asia.

How many episodes are there in 'Horror in the East'?

'Horror in the East' consists of three episodes.

Who produced 'Horror in the East'?

'Horror in the East' was produced by Thames Television.

What is the running time for each episode of 'Horror in the East'?

Each episode of 'Horror in the East' has a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Who directed 'Horror in the East'?

'Horror in the East' was directed by Arnold Schwartzman.

What is the audience rating for 'Horror in the East'?

Audience ratings for 'Horror in the East' are not available.

What is the production country of 'Horror in the East'?

'Horror in the East' was produced in the United Kingdom.

Who are some of the experts interviewed for 'Horror in the East'?

Experts interviewed for 'Horror in the East' include Ian Buruma, Akihiko Yoshida, and Akira Fujiwara.

What is the critical reception for 'Horror in the East'?

Critical reception for 'Horror in the East' is not available.

What themes are explored in 'Horror in the East'?

'Horror in the East' explores themes such as Japan's imperialist ambitions, the atrocities committed by the Japanese army, and the impact of the war on civilians.

Cast

Edward Herrmann

Edward Herrmann

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Samuel West

Samuel West

voices himself
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Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Edward Herrmann
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Samuel West
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