
Taboo
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 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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: 御法度
- Genres: Drama, History, Thriller
- Release Date: 1999-12-18
- Runtime: 100 minutes
- Rating: 6.597/10 (113 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Oshima Productions, Shochiku, KADOKAWA Shoten, IMAGICA, BS Asahi, Eisei Gekijo, Bac Films, Le Studio Canal+, Recorded Picture Company
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.975
- Languages: Japanese
Cast & Crew

Takeshi Kitano
as Toshizo Hijikata

Ryuhei Matsuda
as Sozaburo Kano

Tadanobu Asano
as Hyozo Tashiro

Yoichi Sai
as Isami Kondo

Shinji Takeda
as Okita Sōji

Susumu Terajima
as Spy

Tomorowo Taguchi
as Samurai Tojiro Yuzawa

Yoji Tanaka
as Samurai executed by Kanô

Kei Satō
as Narrator (voice)

Jiro Sakagami
as
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taboo?▼
Taboo is a Drama, History, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1999-12-18.
Who are the main actors in Taboo?▼
The main cast includes Takeshi Kitano, Ryuhei Matsuda, Tadanobu Asano, Yoichi Sai, Shinji Takeda, .
Where can I watch Taboo online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Taboo is available.
Is Taboo based on a true story?▼
How am I insane?
What is the IMDb rating of Taboo?▼
Taboo has an IMDb rating of 6.597/10 based on 113 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Taboo?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Taboo?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Oshima Productions, Shochiku, KADOKAWA Shoten, IMAGICA, BS Asahi, Eisei Gekijo, Bac Films, Le Studio Canal+, Recorded Picture Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Taboo filmed?▼
Taboo was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Taboo?▼
The total runtime of Taboo is 100 minutes.
Is Taboo suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Taboo?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Taboo.
Does Taboo have a post-credit scene?▼
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