Rising Sun (1993)
Release Year: 1993
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: Die Wiege der Sonne, Sol Nascente, Soleil levant, Blodröd sol, Izlazece sunce, Nouseva aurinko, Sol levante, Sol naciente, Solen stiger, Tõusev päike, Vycházející slunce, Vzhajajoce sonce
Director: Philip Kaufman
Writer: Michael Backes, Michael Crichton, Philip Kaufman
Summary
Rising Sun is a mystery thriller directed by Philip Kaufman and released in 1993. The film, based on Michael Crichton's novel of the same name, explores themes of cultural differences, corporate corruption, and power dynamics between Japan and America. Set against the backdrop of a Japanese corporation operating in Los Angeles, it follows detectives Web Smith and John Connor as they investigate the murder of a prostitute during one of the company's parties. The story delves into intricate details of Japanese culture, such as seppuku (ritual suicide), while also addressing themes of racism, greed, and moral decay.
