Taboo

Set during Japan's Shogun era, this film looks at life in a samurai compound where young warriors are trained in swordfighting. A number of interpersonal conflicts are brewing in the training room, all centering around a handsome young samurai named Sozaburo Kano. The school's stern master can choose to intervene, or to let Kano decide his own path.

Tagline

“How am I insane?”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, History, Thriller

Director

Nagisa Ōshima

Original Language

JA

What is Taboo about?

Set during Japan's Shogun era, this film looks at life in a samurai compound where young warriors are trained in swordfighting. A number of interpersonal conflicts are brewing in the training room, all centering around a handsome young samurai named Sozaburo Kano. The school's stern master can choose to intervene, or to let Kano decide his own path.

Who directed Taboo?

Taboo was directed by Nagisa Ōshima.

When was Taboo released?

Taboo was released on December 18, 1999.

How long is Taboo?

Taboo has a runtime of 1h 40m.

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