Machiko Kyō
Japanese actress in classic films
Born
Died
2019
7 years ago — 95 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Japan
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Active from the 1940s to the 1960s, this actress appeared in numerous influential films and became a symbol of post-war Japanese cinema. Significant roles included performances in 'Rashomon' (1950) and 'Ugetsu' (1953), both directed by Akira Kurosawa and Mizoguchi Kenji, respectively. These films are considered masterpieces and contributed to her recognition in the international film community. She worked extensively in the Toho film studio and became an iconic figure in Japanese film history.
Starred in 'Rashomon' (1950)
Starred in 'Ugetsu' (1953)
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