Taboo
Director: Nagisa Ōshima
"How am I insane?"
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 on a handsome young samurai named Sozaburo Kano. The school's stern master can choose to intervene, or to let Kano decide his own path.
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Cast
Takeshi Kitano
Toshizo Hijikata
Ryuhei Matsuda
Sozaburo Kano
Tadanobu Asano
Hyozo Tashiro
Yōichi Sai
Isami Kondo
Shinji Takeda
Okita Sōji
Susumu Terajima
Spy
Tomorowo Taguchi
Samurai Tojiro Yuzawa
Yoji Tanaka
Samurai executed by Kanô
Kei Satō
Narrator (voice)
Jiro Sakagami
Eve Masatoh
Yoshiaki Fujiwara
In brief
Taboo (1999) is a drama, history, thriller film. With an average rating of 6.6/10 from 130 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 40min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Taboo online?
We're currently checking availability of Taboo across streaming services. Availability varies; it's worth checking major platforms such as Netflix, Max and Prime Video.
How long is Taboo?
Taboo runs 100 minutes (1h 40min).
What rating does Taboo have?
Taboo has an average rating of 6.6/10 based on 130 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is Taboo from?
Taboo was released in 1999.
