Bokuzen Hidari
Bokuzen Hidari (左 卜全 Hidari Bokuzen, 20 February 1894 - 26 May 1971) was a Japanese actor and comedian born in Kotesashi Village (now part of Tokorozawa), Iruma District, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. He appeared in such films as Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai, The Lower Depths and Ikiru. Hidari was famous among Japanese audiences for his portrayals of meek, downtrodden men, and although a teetotaller, was renowned for his convincing drunk scenes (see esp. "Ikiru").
Bokuzen Hidari filmography
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Who is Bokuzen Hidari?+
Bokuzen Hidari was a renowned Japanese character actor active during the mid-20th century, best known for his long-term collaboration with filmmaker Akira Kurosawa.
What is Bokuzen Hidari known for?+
He is widely recognized for his portrayal of meek, downtrodden characters in classic films such as Seven Samurai, Ikiru, and The Lower Depths.
What was his acting signature?+
He gained notoriety for his ability to play comedic, vulnerable, and intoxicated characters, despite being a teetotaler in real life.
