Takashi Shimura
Japanese actor in 'Seven Samurai'
Born
March 12th, 1905
120 years ago
Died
1982
43 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Japan
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A prominent Japanese actor, widely recognized for roles in classic films. Worked with renowned director Akira Kurosawa on multiple projects. Starred as Kanbei Shimada in the 1954 film 'Seven Samurai', a pivotal work in cinema history. Also featured in other notable films such as 'Ikiru' and 'Rashomon'. His career spanned several decades, making significant contributions to Japanese film and theatre.
Starred in 'Seven Samurai'
Featured in 'Ikiru'
Performed in 'Rashomon'
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