Celebrating the Unconventional Genius of Kōhei Imamura: Where Film Fandom Meets Artistry
Kōhei Imamura danced through life's complexities, capturing the raw essence of human struggles and resilience. His cinematic lens unveiled the gritty poetry of existence, where deep emotions collide with everyday reality, leaving audiences forever changed.
Kōhei Imamura Trivia
Who won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival twice, once for "The Ballad of Narayama" and again for "The Eel"? (Expert)
#1: Kōhei Imamura
#2: Akira Kurosawa
#3: Hayao Miyazaki
#4: Hiroshi Teshigahara
What film did Kōhei Imamura direct that tells the story of a man and his relationship with a rare type of eel? (Genius)
#1: The Eel
#2: A Man's Eel
#3: Eel Dreams
#4: Eel Encounters
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Kōhei Imamura Fun Facts
Kōhei Imamura is known for his unique approach to filmmaking, often incorporating elements of Japanese folklore and traditional culture into his narratives, blending realism with the fantastical.
Kōhei Imamura once won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival twice, a rare achievement, for The Ballad of Narayama in 1983 and The Eel in 1997.
Kōhei Imamura Polls
What is your favorite Kōhei Imamura film?
The Eel
Ballad of Narayama
Dr. Akagi
The Pornographers
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