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7.2 2h 30m

Kenji Mizoguchi: The Life of a Film Director

In 39 interviews with actors and actresses, writers, producers and staff members, interspersed with film excerpts and stills, Shindō recounts the life and career of his friend and mentor Mizoguchi.

Top Cast

  • Takako Irie

    Takako Irie

    Self

  • Daisuke Itō

    Daisuke Itō

    Self

  • Kyōko Kagawa

    Kyōko Kagawa

    Self

  • Matsutarō Kawaguchi

    Matsutarō Kawaguchi

    Self

  • Michiyo Kogure

    Michiyo Kogure

    Self

  • Machiko Kyō

    Machiko Kyō

    Self

  • Yasuzō Masumura

    Yasuzō Masumura

    Self

  • Kazuo Miyagawa

    Kazuo Miyagawa

    Self

  • Kakuko Mori

    Kakuko Mori

    Self

Overview

In 39 interviews with actors and actresses, writers, producers and staff members, interspersed with film excerpts and stills, Shindō recounts the life and career of his friend and mentor Mizoguchi.

Rating

7.2 / 10
14 Reviews
1 Popular

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