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Rhapsody in August

1991 · 98 min · Director: Akira Kurosawa

Rhapsody in August (1991) is a drama film, directed by Akira Kurosawa. It stars Sachiko Murase and Hidetaka Yoshioka. The 98-minute film holds an audience score of 7.2/10.

What Rhapsody in August Is About

An elderly Nagasaki hibakusha spends a summer caring for her four grandchildren, whose curiosity about the 1945 bombing stirs buried memories and moral questions. When an American nephew from Hawaii visits, the family confronts grief, guilt, and the possibility of reconciliation across generations.

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What is Rhapsody in August about?

An elderly Nagasaki hibakusha spends a summer caring for her four grandchildren, whose curiosity about the 1945 bombing stirs buried memories and moral questions. When an American nephew from Hawaii visits, the family confronts grief, guilt, and the possibility of reconciliation across generations.

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How long is Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August runs for 98 minutes (1h 38m).

When did Rhapsody in August come out?

Rhapsody in August was released in 1991.

Who directed Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August was directed by Akira Kurosawa.

Who stars in Rhapsody in August?

Rhapsody in August stars Sachiko Murase, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Tomoko Otakara, Mieko Suzuki.

What is Rhapsody in August's rating?

Rhapsody in August holds 7.2/10 on IMDb and 7.2/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 71 out of 100.

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