Actor
Kichijirō Ueda
4 films on Movie OTT · Active 1962–1967
Kichijirō Ueda, born in Kobe, Japan, on March 30, 1904, entered the Japanese film industry during a transformative period that would see the emergence of the New Wave. His career, as documented by available records, notably includes his performance in Masahiro Shinoda's 1962 corporate espionage thriller, *Black Test Car*. This film, released by Shochiku, positioned itself squarely within a burgeoning trend of Japanese cinema that critically examined the darker undercurrents of the nation's post-war economic boom. Shinoda, one of the key figures of the Shochiku New Wave, used *Black Test Car* to dissect the ruthless competition and moral compromises inherent in Japan's burgeoning industries, moving away from the more traditional melod
About Kichijirō Ueda
Kichijirō Ueda, born in Kobe, Japan, on March 30, 1904, entered the Japanese film industry during a transformative period that would see the emergence of the New Wave. His career, as documented by available records, notably includes his performance in Masahiro Shinoda's 1962 corporate espionage thriller, *Black Test Car*. This film, released by Shochiku, positioned itself squarely within a burgeoning trend of Japanese cinema that critically examined the darker undercurrents of the nation's post-war economic boom.
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Frequently asked questions
When and where was Kichijirō Ueda born?
Kichijirō Ueda was born 1904-03-30 in Kobe, Japan.
What films is Kichijirō Ueda known for?
Kichijirō Ueda has 4 titles indexed on Movie OTT, including Gamera vs. Gyaos, Rise Against the Sword, The Whale God.
Where can I watch Kichijirō Ueda's films?
1 of Kichijirō Ueda's films are currently streaming, available on Prime Video.
How long has Kichijirō Ueda been active?
Kichijirō Ueda's film career on Movie OTT spans from 1962 to 1967 — 5 years of work.
