“Rashomon,” a film directed by Akira Kurosawa in 1950, is a groundbreaking work that looks at truth and how people see it through its unique storytelling. The film is set in a forest near Kyoto and tells the story of a violent event involving a samurai, his wife, and a bandit, as shared by four different characters.
Rashomon - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | Rashomon |
| Genre: | Drama, Mystery |
| Language: | Japanese |
| Director: | Akira Kurosawa |
| Main Cast: | Toshirô Mifune, Noriko Honma, Kyôko Kagawa |
| Release Date: | August 25, 1950 |
| Banner: | Daiei Film |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $1.2 million USD |
| Runtime: | 1h 28m |
The plot starts with a woodcutter and a priest who talk about the incident at the Rashomon gate. They meet a common man who joins their discussion. The woodcutter mentions finding the samurai’s body, while the priest shares the wife’s version of the attack. Each character—the bandit, the wife, and the woodcutter—offers a different account, revealing their personal motivations and biases. This variety of viewpoints invites viewers to think deeply about the complex nature of truth.
The film is praised for its beautiful cinematography, especially its use of light and shadow, and its storytelling approach, which has inspired many filmmakers. It won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival and played a key role in bringing Japanese cinema to a global audience. “Rashomon” continues to be a strong examination of memory, guilt, and how reality can be seen differently, securing its status as a classic in film history.
Rashomon Screenshot
