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Go for Broke!
“The story of Japanese-American soldiers who fought in Europe during World War II”
5.9 / 10• 1951• 1h 32m•NR• English
ActionDramaWarHistory
Storyline
A tribute to the U.S. 442nd Regimental Combat Team, formed in 1943 by Presidential permission with Japanese-American volunteers. We follow the training of a platoon under the rueful command of Lt. Mike Grayson who shares common prejudices of the time. The 442nd serve in Italy, then France, distinguishing themselves in skirmishes and battles; gradually and naturally, Grayson's prejudices evaporate with dawning realization that his men are better soldiers than he is.
Cast & Crew
Van Johnson
Lt. Michael Grayson
LeadLN
Lane Nakano
Sam
GM
George Miki
Chick
AF
Akira Fukunaga
Frank
KK
Ken K. Okamoto
Kaz
HO
Henry Oyasato
Ohhara
HH
Harry Hamada
Masami
Henry Nakamura
Tommy
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Robert Pirosh's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Go for Broke! is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
