Akira Kurosawa - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 23, 1910 |
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| Died | September 06, 1998 (age 88) |
| Birthplace | Shinagawa, Tokyo, Empire of Japan |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Revolutionizing cinema with influential films such as 'Seven Samurai', 'Rashomon', and 'Ikiru'. |
Intro
Akira Kurosawa was a legendary Japanese film director and screenwriter, renowned for his innovative storytelling and cinematic techniques. Regarded as one of the most influential filmmakers in history, his works such as 'Seven Samurai' and 'Rashomon' had a profound global impact, inspiring directors worldwide and shaping modern cinema.
Early Life & Background
Akira Kurosawa was born into a samurai family in Tokyo, Japan. His father encouraged interest in arts, and Kurosawa became an avid reader and aspiring painter before turning to cinema. The Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923 and the death of his older brother Heigo, who was a benshi (silent film narrator), deeply affected Kurosawa and influenced his artistic vision.
Career Highlights
- Directed 'Rashomon' (1950), which won the Golden Lion at Venice and an Academy Honorary Award, introducing Japanese cinema to the West.
- Created 'Seven Samurai' (1954), regarded as one of the greatest films ever and heavily influencing action and adventure genres globally.
- Directed 'Ikiru' (1952), 'Throne of Blood' (1957), 'Yojimbo' (1961), and other critically acclaimed films.
- Worked prolifically for over 50 years, earning lifetime achievement awards from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, BAFTA, and other organizations.
- Mentored and inspired generations of filmmakers including George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, and Martin Scorsese.
Trivia
- He was awarded the Academy Award for Lifetime Achievement in 1990.
- Many notable Western films, including 'The Magnificent Seven' and 'A Fistful of Dollars', were directly inspired by his work.
- His style often included the use of weather elements as narrative devices and the pioneering of the 'wipe' transition.
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When was Akira Kurosawa born?
Akira Kurosawa was born the 23 March 1910.
Where is Akira Kurosawa from?
Shinagawa, Tokyo, Empire of Japan.
On His Birth-Day
About March 23rd, 1910, in brief:
- Historical events: On March 23, 1910, the Spanish military successfully suppressed a prolonged rebellion by Rif tribesmen in Spanish Morocco after an 8-month conflict. The brutal campaign resulted in significant casualties, with approximately 8,000 Berbers and 2,000 Spanish soldiers losing their lives, highlighting the intense colonial tensions in North Africa during the early 20th century.
- Day of the week: March 23rd, 1910 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: That Would be Lovely by Frank Stanley & Elise Stevenson
- Popular movie: Excelsior directed by Wu Min-Hsiung
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