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Isuzu Yamada - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 05, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Birthplace | Osaka, Japan |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Isuzu Yamada's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Prolific Japanese actress known for leading roles in classic films like 'Osaka Elegy,' 'Naniwa Elegy,' and Akira Kurosawa's 'Throne of Blood.' |
Intro
Isuzu Yamada was a renowned Japanese actress, celebrated for her extensive career in film, theater, and television, particularly during the Golden Age of Japanese cinema. She is widely recognized for her collaborations with directors such as Kenji Mizoguchi and Akira Kurosawa.
Early Life & Background
Isuzu Yamada was born in Osaka, Japan. She was introduced to the theater at a young age, being the daughter of actor Yamada Bunnosuke. She began acting on stage as a child and made her film debut in her early teens, which set the stage for her illustrious career.
Career Highlights
- Made her film debut in 1930.
- Starred in Kenji Mizoguchi's acclaimed films 'Osaka Elegy' (1936) and 'Sisters of the Gion' (1936).
- Featured as Lady Macbeth (Lady Asaji Washizu) in Akira Kurosawa's 'Throne of Blood' (1957).
- Awarded the Order of Culture by the Japanese government in 2000.
- Became the first actress to be designated a Living National Treasure in Japan’s modern performing arts (1987).
Trivia
- Isuzu Yamada was the daughter of influential stage actor Yamada Bunnosuke.
- She continued acting for over 70 years, with her career spanning the silent era to contemporary Japanese television.
- She was married four times, including to filmmaker Tamizo Ishida and actor Ichikawa Ennosuke II.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Isuzu Yamada born?
Isuzu Yamada was born the 5 February 1917.
Where is Isuzu Yamada from?
Osaka, Japan.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 5th, 1917, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 5, 1917, the United States Congress passed the Immigration Act of 1917, which imposed literacy tests and a head tax on immigrants, and expanded the list of inadmissible immigrants.
- Day of the week: February 5th, 1917 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Paradise Blues by Marion Harris
- Popular movie: The Man from Painted Post directed by Joseph Henabery
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