Kichijirô Ueda was a Japanese actor known for his roles in Rashomon (1950), The Hidden Fortress (1958), and Seven Samurai (1954). He was born on March 10, 1904, in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, and passed away on November 3, 1972, in Chofu, Tokyo, Japan.
Personal and Family Life
Kichijirô Ueda, originally named Masajiro Ueda, had a career that spanned several decades in the Japanese film industry. Little information is available about his family life. His contributions to cinema during the post-war period were significant, especially in the genre of samurai films.
Career
Ueda appeared in various films throughout his career, securing notable roles that showcased his talent. Some of his performances have left a lasting impact in Japanese cinema, particularly in iconic Akira Kurosawa films. His work helped shape the representation of characters in the samurai film genre.
Death and Legacy
Kichijirô Ueda died from larynx cancer on November 3, 1972. His legacy lives on through his memorable performances in classic Japanese films. He is remembered as an important figure in the history of Japanese cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 羅生門 | 1950-08-26 | Commoner |
| 隠し砦の三悪人 | 1958-12-28 | Slave Trader (uncredited) |
| 生きものの記録 | 1955-11-22 | Mr. Kuribayashi father |
| 宮本武蔵完結編 決闘巌流島 | 1956-01-03 | Priest Ogon |
| どん底 | 1957-10-01 | Shimazo the Police Agent |
| 七人の侍 | 1954-04-26 | Bandit Scout |
| 大怪獣空中戦 ガメラ対ギャオス | 1967-03-15 | Tatsuemon Kanamura |
| 座頭市関所破り | 1964-12-30 | Boss Jinbei |
| 暴れ豪右衛門 | 1966-11-25 | Kaniuemon |
| 黒の試走車 | 1962-06-30 | Matoba Syumatsu |