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Toshirō Mifune
Qingdao, China
Toshirō Mifune (April 1, 1920 - December 24, 1997) was a Japanese actor who is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors in the history of Japanese cinema. He was born in Qing…
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Toshirō Mifune (April 1, 1920 - December 24, 1997) was a Japanese actor who is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors in the history of Japanese cinema. He was born in Qingdao, China, but was raised in Japan. Mifune's career spanned over 50 years, during which he collaborated extensively with renowned director Akira Kurosawa, creating some of the most iconic films in Japanese cinema. Mifune gained international recognition for his performances in Kurosawa's films, particularly in samurai films. He portrayed strong, dynamic, and often rebellious characters, bringing a raw intensity to his roles. Some of his notable collaborations with Kurosawa include "Rashomon" (1950), "Seven Samurai" (1954), "Yojimbo" (1961), and "The Hidden Fortress" (1958), which inspired George Lucas's "Star Wars." Apart from his work with Kurosawa, Mifune appeared in numerous other films, showcasing his versatility as an actor. He played roles in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and war films. Some of his other notable films include "The Throne of Blood" (1957), "High and Low" (1963), and "Red Beard" (1965). Mifune's charismatic presence, powerful performances, and ability to convey complex emotions made him an iconic figure in Japanese cinema. He received international recognition and awards for his contributions to the film industry, including several honors at the Venice Film Festival and a lifetime achievement award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
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2016
Mifune: The Last Samurai
Movie Self - Actor / Various Roles (archive footage)
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2012
Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen
Movie (archive footage)
- 2002
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1995
Picture Bride
Movie The Benshi
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1995
Deep River
Movie Tsukada
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1992
Shadow of the Wolf
Movie Kroomak
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1991
Journey of Honor
Movie Ieyasu Tokugawa
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1991
Strawberry Road
Movie Taoka
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1990
Heaven and Earth: Dawn Episode
Movie Nagao Tamekage
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1989
Death of a Tea Master
Movie Rikyu Sen-no
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1989
cf Girl
Movie Shūichirō Hase
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1989
The Demon Comes in Spring
Movie Kukkune no jî
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1987
Princess from the Moon
Movie Taketori-no-Miyatsuko
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1987
The Retired Samurai
Movie Hikozaemon Ōkubo
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1987
Tora-san Goes North
Movie Junkichi Ueno
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1987
The Shatterer
Movie Murai
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1986
The Ballad of the Sea of Genkai
Movie Kyūbei Matsufuji
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1985
No More God, No More Love
Movie Kōzō Kanzaki
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1984
The Miracle of Joe, the Petrel
Movie Fisherman
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1984
Okita Soji: Swordsman of Fire
Movie Shūsai Kondō
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1984
Burning Mountain River
TV show Otsuichi Amo
- 1983
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1983
The Women of Osaka Castle
Movie Tokugawa Ieyasu
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1983
Lowly Ronin 6: Betrayal at Yatate Pass
Movie Sûrônin Hinoki Sajûrô
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1983
Battle Anthem
Movie Admiral Heihachiro Togo
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1983
Lowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan Girl
Movie Sûrônin Rakuyôjûrô
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1983
Lowly Ronin 4: Living Hell
Movie Sanjuro Hinoki
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1983
The Brave Man Says Little
TV show
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1983
Theater Of Life
Movie Hyōtarō Aonari
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1982
Domineering
Movie Masao Tadokoro
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1982
Lowly Ronin 2: The Spray of Blood
Movie Sanjuro Hinoki
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1982
The Challenge
Movie Toru Yoshida
- 1982
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1982
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 2
Movie Tamon Umei
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1981
Lowly Ronin
Movie Sanjuro Hinoki
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1981
Tuesday Suspense Theater
TV show
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1981
The Bushido Blade
Movie Shogun's Commander
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1981
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1
Movie Tamon Umei
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1981
Inchon
Movie Saito-San
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1981
Sekigahara
TV show Sakon Shima
