Takeshi Kitano
- Biography
- "Beat" Takeshi Kitano is widely considered to be Japan's foremost media personality. In addition to his work in the film industry he is an active newspaper columnist, an author and poet, and a ubiquitous presence on Japanese television where he can ...
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- Born
- January 18, 1947
Awards
Independent Spirit Awards
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Nominated | Independent Spirit Awards | Best Foreign Film Hanabi |
Screen International
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Won | Screen International | Five Continents Award Hanabi |
Venice International Film Festival
| Year | Result | Award | Movie |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Won | Venice International Film Festival | Grand Jury Prize - Silver Lion The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi |
| 1997 | Won | Venice International Film Festival | Golden Lion Hanabi |
Films
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