Shōhei Imamura

Born: 1926-09-15

Birthplace: Tokyo, Japan

Biography

Shōhei Imamura (15 September 1926 – 30 May 2006) was a Japanese film director. He was the first Japanese director to win two Palme d'Or awards, but was never Oscar-nominated in any category.

Known For

Tokyo Story
The Ballad of Narayama
Warm Water Under a Red Bridge
The Eel
Profound Desires of the Gods
The Insect Woman
Vengeance Is Mine
Black Rain
September 11
Early Summer

Top Movie Credits

Tokyo Story Second Assistant Director
The Eel Screenplay
Black Rain Executive Producer
Early Summer Assistant Director