About Torajirō Saitō
Lived 1905 – 1982 (aged 77). Torajirō Saitō was a Japanese film director, known for Slapstick and Surreal humour.
was a Japanese film director known for his comedy films. Born in Akita Prefecture, he entered Shōchiku's Kamata studio in 1922 and debuted as a director in 1926. He later worked at the Shintoho and Toho studios.
Filmography His works include: Akeyuku Sora (1929) Wasei Kingu Kongu (1933) Kodakara Sodo (1935) Akireta musume-tachi, alternate title: (金語楼の子宝騒動) (1949) Nodo jimankyō jidai (1949) Odoroki ikka (1949) Akogare no Hawaii Kōro (1950) Aozora tenshi (1950) Tennō no Bōshi (天皇の帽子) (1950) jointly directed with Masaki Mori (:ja:毛利正樹) Tokyo Kid (1950) Tonbo kaeri dōchū (1950) Unusual trip to Hawaii (Hawai chindochu) (1954) Ukare Gitsune Senbon Zakura (1954)
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Who was Torajirō Saitō?
Japanese film director (1905-1982)
When was Torajirō Saitō born?
Torajirō Saitō was born on 30 January 1905 in Yashima.
When did Torajirō Saitō die?
Torajirō Saitō died on 1 May 1982.
What was Torajirō Saitō's occupation?
Torajirō Saitō was a film director.
What was Torajirō Saitō known for?
Torajirō Saitō was known for Slapstick and Surreal humour.
What nationality was Torajirō Saitō?
Torajirō Saitō was Japanese.
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