Rashomon effect was a term that Akira Kurosawa created after the 1950 premiere of Rashomon. Rashomon effects refer to the inadequacy of eyewitnesses when they are present at an incident that has contradictory facts. (Orfano 1:7) Interviewing witnesses and gathering information is a common task in many situations. Contradictory information can hinder authorities’ ability create a strong report. Four witnesses can give different accounts about the same incident, known as the Rashomon effect. More information is available about the impact, which addresses objectivity and subjectivity in memory and reporting.
Argumentative writing is influenced by Rashomon’s influence. It adds variety to the topic to convince readers. An argumentative essay is constructed by a writer who chooses a position to defend it and gathers evidence supporting the main point. Writing an argumentative essay can prove difficult, especially when it is not fair and thorough. The Rashomon effect allows for the creation of multiple perspectives on the same topic, which results in objective work.
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The format of argumentative papers varies depending on whether or not the arguments are supported with sufficient evidence. Rogerian conversations are based on moral reasoning and ethos, which allows both sides to present their arguments. Rogerian writing style encourages flexibility, since the author can offer multiple perspectives and provide readers with an in-depth view of the topic. Toutmin on the contrary, is restricted to evidence that could be obtained through an analysis of the literature.
Andrea Lunsford’s Analyzing and Constructing Arguments, Those That You Read and Those that You Write employs the Toutmin Style by using text from various organizations and individuals to support her assertions. Reading the text and using visuals or quotations in order to construct arguments that are based upon current knowledge is limiting. (Lunsford at pg.4)