Kenji Mizoguchi: The Life of a Film Director

Kenji Mizoguchi: The Life of a Film Director

7.2/10 May 24, 1975 150 min

Documentary

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.

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

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