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Kenji Mizoguchi: The Life of a Film Director
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Kenji Mizoguchi: The Life of a Film Director

1975 · 150 min Documentary
7.1 / 10 · TMDB

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.

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Kaneto Shindō

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Takako Irie

Takako Irie

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Daisuke Itō

Daisuke Itō

Self

Kyōko Kagawa

Kyōko Kagawa

Self

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Matsutarō Kawaguchi

Self

Michiyo Kogure

Michiyo Kogure

Self

Machiko Kyō

Machiko Kyō

Self

Yasuzō Masumura

Yasuzō Masumura

Self

Kazuo Miyagawa

Kazuo Miyagawa

Self

Kakuko Mori

Kakuko Mori

Self

Masaichi Nagata

Masaichi Nagata

Self

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