Rhapsody in August
Watch TrailerAn 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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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | 八月の狂詩曲 |
| Year | 1991 |
| Country | Japan |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Akira Kurosawa |
| Runtime | 98 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.1/10 (150 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.
Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.
For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.
Director: Akira Kurosawa
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.
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