Acting
Toshirō Mifune
Toshirō Mifune (April 1, 1920 - December 24, 1997) was a Japanese actor who is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors in the history of Japanese cinema. He was born in Qingdao, China, but was raised in Japan. Mifune's career spanned over 50 years, during which he collaborated extensively with renowned director Akira Kurosawa, creating some of the most iconic films in Japanese cinema. Mifune gained international recognition for his performances in Kurosawa's films, particularly in samurai films. He portrayed strong, dynamic, and often rebellious characters, bringing a raw intensity to his roles. Some of his notable collaborations with Kurosawa include "Rashomon" (1950), "Seven Samurai" (1954), "Yojimbo" (1961), and "The Hidden Fortress" (1958), which inspired George Lucas's "Star Wars." Apart from his work with Kurosawa, Mifune appeared in numerous other films, showcasing his versatility as an actor. He played roles in various genres, including dramas, comedies, and war films. Some of his other notable films include "The Throne of Blood" (1957), "High and Low" (1963), and "Red Beard" (1965). Mifune's charismatic presence, powerful performances, and ability to convey complex emotions made him an iconic figure in Japanese cinema. He received international recognition and awards for his contributions to the film industry, including several honors at the Venice Film Festival and a lifetime achievement award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Filmography
Mifune: The Last Samurai
Film · 2016
Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen
Film · 2012
Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'The Hidden Fortress'
Film · 2002
Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Yojimbo'
Film · 2002
Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'High and Low'
Film · 2002
Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Sanjuro'
Film · 2002
Akira Kurosawa: It Is Wonderful to Create: 'Seven Samurai'
Film · 2002
Deep River
Film · 1995
Picture Bride
Film · 1995
Shadow of the Wolf
Film · 1992
Journey of Honor
Film · 1991
Strawberry Road
Film · 1991
Heaven and Earth: Dawn Episode
Film · 1990
Death of a Tea Master
Film · 1989
cf Girl
Film · 1989
The Demon Comes in Spring
Film · 1989
Princess from the Moon
Film · 1987
The Retired Samurai
Film · 1987
Tora-san Goes North
Film · 1987
The Shatterer
Film · 1987
The Ballad of the Sea of Genkai
Film · 1986
No More God, No More Love
Film · 1985
Okita Soji: Swordsman of Fire
Film · 1984
The Miracle of Joe, the Petrel
Film · 1984
Burning Mountain River
Series · 1984
Secret of the Forbidden Valley
Film · 1983
Lowly Ronin 4: Living Hell
Film · 1983
Battle Anthem
Film · 1983
The Women of Osaka Castle
Film · 1983
Lowly Ronin 5: The Teenage Orphan Girl
Film · 1983
Theater Of Life
Film · 1983
Lowly Ronin 6: Betrayal at Yatate Pass
Film · 1983
The Brave Man Says Little
Series · 1983
The Challenge
Film · 1982
Lowly Ronin 2: The Spray of Blood
Film · 1982
Domineering
Film · 1982
The Lowly Ronin 3: Duel at Dawn
Film · 1982
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 2
Film · 1982
The Bushido Blade
Film · 1981
Inchon
Film · 1981
Lowly Ronin
Film · 1981
Ten Duels of Young Shingo: Chapter 1
Film · 1981
Sekigahara
Series · 1981
Tuesday Suspense Theater
Series · 1981
Port Arthur
Film · 1980
Shogun
Film · 1980
Shōgun
Series · 1980
1941
Film · 1979
Winter Kills
Film · 1979
The Adventures of Kosuke Kindaichi
Film · 1979
Onmitsu Doshin: The Edo Secret Police
Film · 1979
The 47 Ronins of Ako
Series · 1979
The Fall of Ako Castle
Film · 1978
Love and Faith
Film · 1978
Shogun's Samurai: The Yagyu Clan Conspiracy
Film · 1978
Shag
Film · 1978
Lord Mito
Film · 1978
Japanese Godfather: Conclusion
Film · 1978
Falcons of Edo
Series · 1978
Proof of the Man
Film · 1977
Japanese Godfather: Ambition
Film · 1977
Midway
Film · 1976
Ronin in a Lawless Town
Series · 1976
Paper Tiger
Film · 1975
Ronin of the Wastelands
Series · 1972
Red Sun
Film · 1971
V.I.P. Schaukel
Series · 1971
Epic Chushingura
Series · 1971
Incident at Blood Pass
Film · 1970
Zatoichi Meets Yojimbo
Film · 1970
The Ambitious
Film · 1970
The Militarists
Film · 1970
The Walking Major
Film · 1970
Shinsengumi: Assassins of Honor
Film · 1969
Samurai Banners
Film · 1969
Red Lion
Film · 1969
Battle of the Japan Sea
Film · 1969
Safari 5000
Film · 1969
Hell in the Pacific
Film · 1968
The Sands of Kurobe
Film · 1968
Admiral Yamamoto
Film · 1968
The Day the Sun Rose
Film · 1968
Samurai Rebellion
Film · 1967
Japan's Longest Day
Film · 1967
Grand Prix
Film · 1966
The Sword of Doom
Film · 1966
Adventure in Kigan Castle
Film · 1966
Grand Prix: Challenge of the Champions
Film · 1966
The Mad Atlantic
Film · 1966
Rise Against the Sword
Film · 1966
Red Beard
Film · 1965
Samurai Assassin
Film · 1965
Fort Graveyard
Film · 1965
The Retreat from Kiska
Film · 1965
Sanshiro Sugata
Film · 1965
Whirlwind
Film · 1964
High and Low
Film · 1963
Samurai Pirate
Film · 1963
Attack Squadron
Film · 1963
Legacy of the 500,000
Film · 1963
Sanjuro
Film · 1962
Chûshingura
Film · 1962
Tatsu
Film · 1962
Three Gentlemen Return from Hong Kong
Film · 1962
Yojimbo
Film · 1961
The Important Man
Film · 1961
Daredevil in the Castle
Film · 1961
The Youth and His Amulet
Film · 1961
The Masterless 47 – Part II
Film · 1961
The Bad Sleep Well
Film · 1960
The Last Gunfight
Film · 1960
The Masterless 47
Film · 1960
The Storm of the Pacific
Film · 1960
The Gambling Samurai
Film · 1960
Man Against Man
Film · 1960
Desperado Outpost
Film · 1959
Samurai Saga
Film · 1959
The Three Treasures
Film · 1959
The Big Boss
Film · 1959
Saga of the Vagabonds
Film · 1959
The Hidden Fortress
Film · 1958
The Rickshaw Man
Film · 1958
Yaji and Kita on the Road
Film · 1958
Yagyu Secret Scrolls: Ninjitsu - Part II
Film · 1958
All About Marriage
Film · 1958
Holiday in Tokyo
Film · 1958
Theater of Life
Film · 1958
Throne of Blood
Film · 1957
The Lower Depths
Film · 1957
Yagyu Secret Scrolls
Film · 1957
A Man in the Storm
Film · 1957
A Dangerous Hero
Film · 1957
Downtown
Film · 1957
Good Luck to These Two
Film · 1957
Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island
Film · 1956
Rebels on the High Sea
Film · 1956
Settlement of Love
Film · 1956
A Wife's Heart
Film · 1956
The Underworld
Film · 1956
Scoundrel
Film · 1956
Rainy Night Duel
Film · 1956
I Live in Fear
Film · 1955
Samurai II: Duel at Ichijoji Temple
Film · 1955
All is Well
Film · 1955
All is Well 2
Film · 1955
No Time for Tears
Film · 1955
A Man Among Men
Film · 1955
Samurai I: Musashi Miyamoto
Film · 1954
Seven Samurai
Film · 1954
The Black Fury
Film · 1954
The Surf
Film · 1954
The Eagle of the Pacific
Film · 1953
The Last Embrace
Film · 1953
My Wonderful Yellow Car
Film · 1953
Sunflower Girl
Film · 1953
The Life of Oharu
Film · 1952
Vendetta of a Samurai
Film · 1952
Foghorn
Film · 1952
Sword for Hire
Film · 1952
Tokyo Sweetheart
Film · 1952
The Man Who Came to Port
Film · 1952
Swift Current
Film · 1952
Kin no tamago: Golden Girl
Film · 1952
The Idiot
Film · 1951
Sasaki Kojiro
Film · 1951
The Life of a Horse Trader
Film · 1951
Beyond Love and Hate
Film · 1951
Pirates
Film · 1951
Meeting of the Ghost of Apres-Guerre
Film · 1951
Who Knows a Woman's Heart
Film · 1951
Elegy
Film · 1951
Rashomon
Film · 1950
Scandal
Film · 1950
Wedding Ring
Film · 1950
Escape from Prison
Film · 1950
Conduct Report on Professor Ishinaka
Film · 1950
Stray Dog
Film · 1949
The Quiet Duel
Film · 1949
Jakoman and Tetsu
Film · 1949
Drunken Angel
Film · 1948
Snow Trail
Film · 1947
These Foolish Times
Film · 1947