Rashomon is a Japanese period drama film directed by Akira Kurosawa. It tells the story of a murder and rape from multiple perspectives, each offering a different version of events. The film explores the subjectivity of truth and the fallibility of human perception. Rashomon is known for its innovative narrative structure, atmospheric cinematography, and powerful performances. It won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival and introduced Japanese cinema to the international audience, solidifying Kurosawa's reputation as one of the greatest filmmakers of all time.
