Shinobu Hashimoto

Japanese director and screenwriter

Shinobu Hashimoto - Japanese director and screenwriter
Born

April 18th, 1918
107 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 100 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Japan

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Worked extensively in Japanese cinema, primarily during the mid-20th century. Collaborated with renowned directors and contributed to significant films in the industry. Formulated scripts for classic movies, enhancing narrative techniques in storytelling. Played a key role in shaping the samurai film genre, contributing to Japan's cinematic legacy.

Wrote for 'Rashomon' directed by Akira Kurosawa

Contributed to 'The Seven Samurai' directed by Akira Kurosawa

Directed films such as 'The Tale of the White Serpent'

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