Rashomon
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Rashomon

Best from age 14 · NR · 1950 · 88 min

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 = intense

Violence & peril

Strong

6/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

1/10

Romance & sensuality

Moderate

5/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

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