A murder in 12th century Japan is seen from four different perspectives, with each telling of the event shedding new light on the situation. The question is - who is telling the truth?

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PG
UK Theatrical Release Date: Aug 25th 1950
Genre
- Art House/international,
- Mystery/suspense
Starring
Director
- Akira Kurosawa
Screenplay
- Shinobu Hashimoto
Screenwriter
- Akira Kurosawa,
- Toshirô Mifune

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