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Bin Katō

1907 – 1982

Japanese screenwriter

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About Bin Katō

Lived 1907 – 1982 (aged 75). Bin Katō was a Japanese screenwriter, film director and critic.

(; June 20, 1907 – July 27, 1982 ) was a Japanese film director and screenwriter best known for his Japanese horror films (J-Horror).

Filmography

Assistant director

The Captain's Daughter (1936)

Director

Kuroobi Arashi (1953) Tanuki Battle of Awaodori Festival (1954) The Magistrate (1955) Hitohada Jumon (1960) The Lightning Sword (1962) Ghost Story of Devil’s Fire Swamp (1963)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bin Katō?

Japanese screenwriter

When was Bin Katō born?

Bin Katō was born on 20 June 1907 in Yokohama.

When did Bin Katō die?

Bin Katō died on 27 July 1982 in Kyoto.

What was Bin Katō's occupation?

Bin Katō was a screenwriter, film director and critic.

What nationality was Bin Katō?

Bin Katō was Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bin Katō

· Wikidata: Q11398636

· DBpedia: Bin Kato

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