Review of Rashomon (1950) by Elijah B — 10 Dec 2010

Akira Kurosawa showing his skill early in his career.

This review of Rashomon (1950) was written by Elijah B on 10 Dec 2010.

Rashomon has generally received very positive reviews.

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A tremendously influencial masterpiece of aesthetics and narration. The best of Kurosawa's early works…

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By Ray S (427) on 05 Aug 2017

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By Sachin E (17) on 11 Oct 2017

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By Mic D (20) on 01 Jan 2019

My favorite Akira Kurosawa film, and maybe my favorite film. I love everything about it…

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By Joey F (391) on 04 Jan 2018

Random guy: Dialogue is inherently un-cinematic. Kurosawa: Hold my beer…

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By Bill D (306) on 13 Sep 2017

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By Brandon S (2,121) on 07 Jun 2017

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I appreciate Rashomon for what it is and the influence that it had on film, but, to be completely honest, it hasn't aged very well…

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