Rashomon (The Criterion Collection) Blu-ray

Rashomon from The Criterion Collection is Akira Kurosawa’s 1950 film about conflicting accounts of a crime. This Blu-ray edition lists a 1-hour, 28-minute runtime, Japanese and English language information, and English subtitles.

At a glance

Kurosawa presents the same crime through four differing accounts, making conflicting perspectives central to the story.
The listing identifies Toshiro Mifune among the contributors and as an actor.
English subtitles are listed for the Blu-ray.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

A compact feature-length runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes.
English subtitles are specified, alongside English and Japanese language listings.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Film and edition
Format	Blu-ray
Genre	Action & Adventure
Director	Akira Kurosawa
Contributors	Akira Kurosawa, Toshiro Mifune
Runtime	1 hour and 28 minutes
Release date	November 6, 2012
MPAA rating	NR (Not Rated)
Discs	1

Audio and subtitles
Languages	English, Japanese
Language listing with audio detail	English, Japanese (Mono)
Subtitles	English

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 4 ounces

Edition details
Studio	Criterion Collection
Model number	2201

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives both “English, Japanese” and “English, Japanese (Mono)” for language, so it is unclear from these details which audio tracks are included. Check the selected edition’s audio specifications if that distinction matters.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in Akira Kurosawa’s cinema and Japanese film history.
Collectors seeking this Criterion Collection title on Blu-ray.
Viewers who want English subtitles for a Japanese-language film.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K UHD edition, since this listing identifies the format as Blu-ray.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 1,204 ratings

5 stars86%86%
4 stars9%9%
3 stars2%2%
2 stars1%1%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback praises the film’s thought-provoking story, cinematography, visual presentation, and acting. Some viewers describe it as rewarding to revisit, while others find it boring, so its measured, idea-driven storytelling may not suit every viewer. The listing specifies Blu-ray and English subtitles, but those format details do not establish any particular picture quality.

Positive themes

Customers praise the film’s cinematography and performances.
Feedback highlights the story’s exploration of truth and its visual presentation.

Negative themes

Some customers find the film boring.

Mixed feedback

Enjoyment varies, with some viewers happy to revisit it and others less engaged.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this edition?

The listing identifies it as Blu-ray, not 4K UHD.

Are English subtitles listed?

Yes. English subtitles are specified.

What is the runtime?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 28 minutes.

What languages are listed?

The listing names English and Japanese, but its language details differ on whether Japanese audio is mono. Check the selected edition’s audio specifications if this matters.