Seiji Miyaguchi was an American actor, best known for his roles in Seven Samurai (1954), Ikiru (1952), and Throne of Blood (1957). Born on November 15, 1913, in Tokyo, Japan, he became a notable figure in cinema until his passing on April 12, 1985.
Personal and Family Life
Seiji Miyaguchi was born into a culturally rich environment, which likely influenced his artistic pursuits. Though details about his family life remain scarce, his dedication to acting was evident throughout his career.
Career
Miyaguchi had a prolific acting career, recognized for his unique voice and calm demeanor. He often portrayed compelling characters that contributed to the depth and intensity of the films he was in, leaving a lasting impact on the Japanese film industry.
Death and Legacy
Seiji Miyaguchi passed away on April 12, 1985, from lung cancer. His work continues to inspire many actors and filmmakers in Japan and around the world, solidifying his legacy as one of the greats in Japanese cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 怪談 | 1965-01-06 | Old Man (segment “In a Cup of Tea”) |
| 人間の條件 第１部純愛篇／第２部激怒篇 | 1959-01-15 | Kyôritsu Ô |
| 悪い奴ほどよく眠る | 1960-09-15 | Public Prosecutor Okakura |
| 張込み | 1958-01-15 | Yuji Shimooka, the police detective |
| 乾いた花 | 1964-03-01 | Funada |
| 續 姿三四郎 | 1945-05-03 | Kohei Tsuzaki |
| 異聞猿飛佐助 | 1965-07-10 | Jinnai-Kazutaka Horikawa |
| 日本のいちばん長い日 | 1967-08-12 | Foreign Minister Shigenori Togo |
| 麦秋 | 1951-10-03 | Nishiwaki |
| 七人の侍 | 1954-04-26 | Kyuzo |