This eloquent masterwork and international sensation revolutionized film language and introduced Japanese cinema-and a commanding new star by the name of Toshiro Mifune-to the Western world. (5750 Wilshire Blvd #100, Los Angeles, CA 90036)Ī riveting psychological thriller that investigates the nature of truth and the meaning of justice, Rashomon is widely considered one of the greatest films ever made.įour people give different accounts of a man’s murder and the rape of his wife, which director Akira Kurosawa presents with striking imagery and an ingenious use of flashbacks. Japan Foundation to present Kurosawa “Rashomon” on Oct.
In October, JAPANEMA screening will take place at Goethe-Institut Los Angeles. The Japan Foundation Los Angeles presents JAPANEMA – Free Japanese Cinema Screenings every 2nd and 4th Wednesday Evening.
