Akira Kurosawa (Japanese: Hepburn: Kurosawa Akira?, March 23, 1910 - September 6, 1998) was a Japanese film director, screenwriter, producer, and editor. Regarded as one of the most important and influential filmmakers in the history of cinema, Kurosawa directed 30 films[note 1] in a career spanning 57 years. This book is your ultimate resource for Akira Kurosawa. Here you will find the most up-to-date information, photos, and much more.
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