
Toshirō Mifune
Born April 1, 1920 · 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 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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Drunken Angel

Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen

Grand Prix

Samurai Rebellion

The Bad Sleep Well

Mifune: The Last Samurai

Hell in the Pacific

Shadow of the Wolf

The Bushido Blade

Winter Kills

The Important Man

The Sword of Doom

Stray Dog

I Live in Fear

Japanese Godfather: Ambition

The Challenge

Chûshingura

Inchon

The Quiet Duel

The Lower Depths

Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island

The Idiot

Shogun's Samurai: The Yagyu Clan Conspiracy

Japan's Longest Day

Port Arthur

Journey of Honor

Samurai Assassin

The Three Treasures

Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo

Shogun

Death of a Tea Master

Picture Bride

Battle of the Japan Sea

The Life of Oharu

Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple

Scandal

Proof of the Man

Samurai I: Musashi Miyamoto

The Storm of the Pacific

Japanese Godfather: Conclusion

The Militarists

Grand Prix: Challenge of the Champions

Theater Of Life

Admiral Yamamoto

Samurai Banners

The Fall of Ako Castle

Tora-san Goes North

The Adventures of Kosuke Kindaichi

Samurai Pirate

Whirlwind

Saga of the Vagabonds

Sword for Hire

Sasaki Kojiro

The Ballad of the Sea of Genkai

The Sands of Kurobe

Tokyo Sweetheart

Daredevil in the Castle

Attack Squadron

Lowly Ronin 4: Living Hell

Paper Tiger

The Masterless 47

Incident at Blood Pass

Scoundrel

Fort Graveyard

The Rickshaw Man

Battle Anthem

Legacy of the 500,000

The Last Gunfight

Tatsu

Yagyu Secret Scrolls

Man Against Man

Sanshiro Sugata

Red Lion

The Ambitious

The Retreat from Kiska

The Walking Major

The Man Who Came to Port

Lowly Ronin 2: The Spray of Blood

Desperado Outpost

The Surf

Princess from the Moon

The Big Boss

The Eagle of the Pacific

Lowly Ronin

Lowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan Girl

Three Gentlemen Return from Hong Kong

Shag

Snow Trail

The Masterless 47 – Part II

Vendetta of a Samurai

The Youth and His Amulet

The Miracle of Joe, the Petrel

Shinsengumi: Assassins of Honor

Settlement of Love

Rise Against the Sword

The Last Embrace

Kin no tamago: Golden Girl

The Demon Comes in Spring

Okita Soji: Swordsman of Fire

The Underworld

Adventure in Kigan Castle

The Shatterer

Holiday in Tokyo

Domineering

Foghorn

No Time for Tears

The Gambling Samurai

Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'The Hidden Fortress'

Heaven and Earth: Dawn Episode

The Life of a Horse Trader

The Retired Samurai

All is Well

Elegy

Wedding Ring

Jakoman and Tetsu

Love and Faith

Yagyu Secret Scrolls: Ninjitsu - Part II

Downtown

Strawberry Road

A Wife's Heart

Samurai Saga

The Women of Osaka Castle

The Black Fury

Deep River

Sunflower Girl

Safari 5000

cf Girl

No More God, No More Love

Rebels on the High Sea

Beyond Love and Hate

All is Well 2

Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1

These Foolish Times

The Lowly Ronin 3: Duel at Dawn

Onmitsu Doshin: The Edo Secret Police

A Man in the Storm

Escape from Prison

All About Marriage

Good Luck to These Two

A Man Among Men

Who Knows a Woman's Heart

Theater of Life

Secret of the Forbidden Valley

Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 2

My Wonderful Yellow Car

Lord Mito

Rainy Night Duel

A Dangerous Hero

Conduct Report on Professor Ishinaka

Meeting of the Ghost of Apres-Guerre

Yaji and Kita on the Road

Pirates

Swift Current

The Mad Atlantic




















