Security Treaty (1959): cast, story & where to watch

1959 · Film

Security Treaty poster

Released in 1959, Security Treaty is a documentary film directed by Toshio Matsumoto, running about 18 minutes.

What it’s about. An early experimental film by Toshio Matsumoto. Produced as part of the student riots in Japan at the start of the 1960s, Matsumoto uses collage, archival footage, and impassioned narration to create an expressive, visceral criticism of the US-Japan Security Treaty.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Security Treaty page.

If you liked it. Fans of Security Treaty tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

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Where can I watch Security Treaty (1959)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Security Treaty change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
When was Security Treaty released?
Security Treaty was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.