Masao Shimizu
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Masao Shimizu | |
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 Masao Shimizu and Yumi Takano in 1955 | |
| Born | 5 October 1908 Tokyo, Japan |
| Died | 5 October 1975 (aged 67) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1931-1971 |
Masao Shimizu (清水将夫, Shimizu Masao; 5 October 1908 – 5 October 1975) was a Japanese actor.[1][2] His wife was actress Yumi Takano.[3] His first starring role in the film was in Momoiro no Yuwaku in 1931.[3] In 1947, he formed the Mingei Theatre Company.[3] Shimizu often worked with Akira Kurosawa.[4][3] He appeared in more than 250 films between 1931 and 1976.
