Movies and TvShows featuring "nisei" theme.

In the midst of World War II, an Army captain is assigned to uncover a double agent in Panama. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he faces dire straits and must resort to desperate measures to complete his mission.

Go for Broke! is a movie set during World War II that tells the story of the Japanese-American 442nd Regimental Combat Team. The film explores their struggles, sacrifices, and heroism as they fight for their country despite facing discrimination and mistrust from their fellow soldiers. It highlights the courage and determination of these soldiers who fought for both their country and their identity.

Zip, a 17 year-old Nisei (second-generation Japanese American) baseball pitcher, faces the tragic circumstances of the World War II internment of 110,000 Americans of Japanese ancestry. Set in a relocation camp in the summer of 1943, this film chronicles the journey of an American family torn apart by a forced and unjust incarceration, a father's decision that challenges his son to find strength, and ultimately his son's triumph through courage, sacrifice and the All-American game of baseball.

Follows Iwao Ichikawa, a second-generation Japanese Mexican, navigating racial segregation in Mexicali, Baja California during WWII, offering a poignant exploration of identity and belonging amidst adversity.

Go for Broke is a movie set during World War II that tells the story of Japanese-American soldiers and their experiences fighting for the United States. The film showcases their courage, dedication, and struggles as they battle discrimination and prove their loyalty to their country. It sheds light on the Nisei soldiers and their valor in the face of adversity.

Farewell to Manzanar is a gripping drama that portrays the harrowing experience of Japanese-Americans who were forced to live in internment camps during World War II. The movie powerfully depicts the struggles, resilience, and spirit of the internees as they face racism, confinement, and loss of freedom. Based on a true story, Farewell to Manzanar sheds light on this dark chapter in American history and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving civil liberties.

The story of the role played by Japanese-American soldiers from Hawaii in the Korean War of the 1950s.

Tadaima is a short drama film that portrays the challenges faced by a Japanese American family during internment. It highlights the struggles, fears, and resilience of the characters as they navigate through this dark period in history. The film emphasizes the importance of family bonds and the power of hope in the face of adversity.

The story of the unjust incarceration of Japanese Americans and the loss of civil rights.

Nisei Soldier focuses on the heroism of American men of Japanese ancestry who fought bravely during World War II, despite the intense moral dilemmas they faced. Leaving their families imprisoned in "relocation centers", many young Nisei (second generation American-born Japanese) proved their loyalty in WWII by enlisting in the all-Japanese American 442nd Infantry Regiment which fought in Europe. Because of the Regiment's incredible bravery in battle, liberation of French towns, and high casualty rate, it became the most decorated unit in U.S. military history. The film asks: What sustained these young men forced to battle on two fronts at once -- against fascism abroad and intense prejudice at home? More than a war story, Nisei Soldier is a tale about personal honor, family loyalty and love of country -- and what it means to be an American.

A Japanese-American woman seeks to understand her heritage through the experiences of her immigrant mother and grandmother.