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Rashomon
Best from age 14 · NR · 1950 · 88 min
Age guidance pendingBest from age 14 · NR · 1950 · 88 min · Crime · Drama · Mystery
Rashomon
This classic Japanese drama explores a shocking crime—a samurai’s murder and his wife’s assault—from four conflicting perspectives. Through these accounts, the film delves into the elusive nature of truth and memory. It’s a compelling look at human perception.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Strong6/10
Language
Mild1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild1/10
Romance & sensuality
Moderate5/10
Scary moments
Moderate4/10
Heads up
- Discussions of a violent crime and sexual assault
- Intense themes of deception and betrayal
- Stylized sword fighting and struggle
Models well
- Truth and perception
- Justice and fairness
- Human nature
Talk about it after
- How different people can see the same event differently
- The challenges of finding objective truth
- The reliability of memory
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Cast & crew
BFI Re-Release Trailer
Rashômon (1950) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Robert Altman on Rashomon





