Kinuyo Tanaka: Biography, Facts and Career
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Kinuyo Tanaka (Japanese: 田中 絹代, Hepburn: Tanaka Kinuyo; 29 November 1909 – 21 March 1977) was a Japanese actress and film director. She had a career lasting over 50 years with more than 250 acting credits, but was best known for her 15 films with director Kenji Mizoguchi, such as The Life of Oharu (1952) and Ugetsu (1953). With her 1953 directorial debut, Love Letter, Tanaka became the second Japanese woman to direct a film, after Tazuko Sakane. Tanaka won the Silver Bear for Best Actress for her performance in the film Sandakan No. 8 (1974).
Quick facts about Kinuyo Tanaka
- Full name: Kinuyo Tanaka
- Born: 1909-11-29
- Nationality: Japan
- Known as: Actor
- Wikidata ID: Q263104
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Who is Kinuyo Tanaka?
Kinuyo Tanaka (Japanese: 田中 絹代, Hepburn: Tanaka Kinuyo; 29 November 1909 – 21 March 1977) was a Japanese actress and film director.
What nationality is Kinuyo Tanaka?
Kinuyo Tanaka is Japan.
When was Kinuyo Tanaka born?
Kinuyo Tanaka was born on 1909-11-29.
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