Noriko Matsumoto was a Japanese actress best known for her roles in The Warped Ones (1960), Garasu no Jonî: Yajû no yô ni miete (1962), and Yoru no kunshô (1963). She was born on August 9, 1935, in Tokyo, Japan, and passed away on March 26, 2014, in Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
Personal and Family Life
Noriko Matsumoto was born as Kazuko Shimizu and grew up in Tokyo. Not much is publicly known about her family life, but her dedicated career in acting brought her recognition in the entertainment industry during her time.
Career
Matsumoto had a successful acting career, appearing in various films throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Her notable performances contributed to the growing popularity of Japanese cinema. She engaged in numerous projects, showcasing her talent in diverse roles.
Death and Legacy
Noriko Matsumoto died from interstitial lung disease on March 26, 2014. Her contributions to film have left a lasting impact on the industry. Fans and fellow actors remember her for her impressive performances and influential presence in Japanese cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 狂熱の季節 | 1960-09-03 | Fumiko |
| 地の群れ | 1970-01-30 | Eiko |
| 忍者武芸帳 | 1967-02-15 | Hotarubi |
| 翼は心につけて | 1978-10-14 | |
| 硝子のジョニー・野獣のように見えて | 1962-09-30 | |
| 学生野郎と娘たち | 1960-02-21 | Setsu |
| 続 男の紋章 | 1963-11-10 | |
| 競輪上人行状記 | 1963-10-13 | |
| 文学賞殺人事件 大いなる助走 | 1989-01-28 | Yuriko Ichiya |
| 示談屋 | 1963-10-30 | |
| 夜の勲章 | 1963-03-31 | |
| 天使と野郎ども | 1962-02-11 | |
| 雲に向かって起つ | 1962-05-01 | |
| ドリフのクリスマスプレゼント | 1982-12-23 | |
| イキのいい奴 | 1987-01-07 |