Toshirō Mifune
Actor
- Born
- April 1, 1920, Qingdao, China
- Died
- December 24, 1997
- Age
- 77 years old
- Zodiac
- Aries
- Total works
- 168 movies, 10 TV shows
- Latest work
- Mifune: The Last Samurai (2016)
- Genres
- Comedy,War,Action
Toshirō Mifune is a Japanese actor who starred in the influential film 'Rashomon' (1950). His career spanned over five decades, during which he formed a significant partnership with director Akira Kurosawa, resulting in works such as 'Seven Samurai' (1954), 'Yojimbo' (1961), and 'The Hidden Fortress' (1958). Mifune portrayed strong and dynamic characters, often in samurai films, which highlighted his intense acting style. He also appeared in a variety of genres, including dramas and war films, with notable performances in 'The Throne of Blood' (1957), 'High and Low' (1963), and 'Red Beard' (1965). He received multiple accolades, including a lifetime achievement award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
