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The Quiet Duel (1949)

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★ 7.3/10
Rating: ★ 7.3/10 (96 votes) · IMDb ↗
Genre: Drama
Duration: 1h 35m
Language: JA
Release Date: Mar 19, 1949
Country: Japan
Director: Akira Kurosawa

Storyline

A young army surgeon, Kyoji Fujisaki, accidentally contracts syphilis during a WWII field operation. Back at his father’s clinic, he treats himself in secret and breaks off his engagement rather than risk his fiancée’s future, even as he confronts the irresponsible patient who infected him—testing his ethics, pride, and capacity for sacrifice.

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Movie Details

Original title静かなる決闘
Release dateMar 19, 1949
StatusReleased
Keywordsdoctor, nurse, surgeon, field hospital, syphilis

FAQ

What is The Quiet Duel about?

A young army surgeon, Kyoji Fujisaki, accidentally contracts syphilis during a WWII field operation. Back at his father’s clinic, he treats himself in secret and breaks off his engagement rather than risk his fiancée’s future, even as he confronts the irresponsible patient who infected him—testing his ethics, pride, and capacity for sacrifice.

When was The Quiet Duel released?

The Quiet Duel was released on Mar 19, 1949 (status: Released).

Who directed The Quiet Duel?

Akira Kurosawa directed The Quiet Duel.

What is the TMDB rating of The Quiet Duel?

The Quiet Duel has a TMDB rating of 7.3/10 from 96 votes.