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Ishiro Honda: Memoirs of a Film Director

  • Documentary
  • History

October 4, 2024 (ES)

1h 15m

A documentary film that delves into the life and cinematic career of one of Japan's most prolific directors: Ishiro Honda. The film will spotlight Honda's filmography from both a historical and personal perspective, exploring his contributions to the Japanese film industry and hi...

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