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  • Rashomon (1950)
  • Opened December 26, 1950 | Runtime:1 hr. 28 min.
  • NR
  • Information for parents: Common Sense Media says OK for kids 16+. Read More
  • Brimming with action while incisively examining the nature of truth, "Rashomon" is perhaps the finest film ever to investigate the philosophy of justice. Through an ingenious use of camera and flashbacks, Kurosawa reveals the complexities of human Read More
  • Cast: Toshiro Mifune, Masayuki Mori, Machiko Kyo, Takashi Shimura, Minoru Chiaki
  • Director: Akira Kurosawa
  • Genres: Period Film, Crime Drama, Drama, Samurai Film

Rashomon (1950) Recent Fan Reviews

  • Must Go!

    A Question of Truth: What happened

    Ignore any rating less than a Must See for this classic by Akira Kurosawa. It was and still is a landmark film by the legend exploring the elusive nature of truth. It is a mystery told by several people from different view points and ultimately leaves the viewer to decide what actually happened. It is not my first creation by the legend which I have seen but certainly not a disappointment. If you expect heavy swordfighting, then don't bother waching it. I loved it and would recommend it to anyone, worth your time.

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