Rhapsody in August 1991
“Tears. Laughter. Innocence. It was a summer of remembering.”
What is Rhapsody in August?
Rhapsody in August is a 1991 Japanese drama film directed by Akira Kurosawa. The story centers on an elderly hibakusha who lost her husband in the 1945 atomic bombing of Nagasaki.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1991
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- May 25, 1991
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- Japan
- Studios
- Kurosawa Production, Shochiku, Sony PCL
- Genres
- Drama
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At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.2/10 from 163 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~98 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Kurosawa Production, Shochiku, Sony PCL
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Overview
Rhapsody in August is a 1991 Japanese drama film directed by Akira Kurosawa. The story centers on an elderly hibakusha who lost her husband in the 1945 atomic bombing of Nagasaki. During the summer, she spends her time caring for her four grandchildren, whose curiosity about the 1945 bombing stirs buried memories and moral questions. The family eventually confronts grief, guilt, and the possibility of reconciliation across generations when an American nephew from Hawaii visits. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes and a PG rating.
Should you watch it?
“An elderly Nagasaki hibakusha confronts buried memories while caring for her four grandchildren during a summer.”
- Explores complex themes of grief and guilt
- Examines reconciliation across different generations
- Features a story centered on a Nagasaki hibakusha
- The film focuses on heavy themes of grief and moral questions
Watch it if you are interested in a Japanese drama exploring the memories of a Nagasaki hibakusha.
The film is a PG-rated drama that balances tears, laughter, and innocence.
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Is Rhapsody in August worth watching?
The film is a drama directed by Akira Kurosawa that explores themes of grief and reconciliation.
How long is the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.
What is the rating of the movie?
The film is rated PG.
What is the genre of the film?
Rhapsody in August is a Japanese drama.
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