Kenji Mizoguchi: The Life of a Film Director
1975 · 2h 30m · N/A
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Directed by
Kaneto Shindō
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Kenji Mizoguchi: The Life of a Film Director
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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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