Shūe Matsubayashi

Japanese film director celebrated for his work in comedy and war cinema, and an ordained Shin Buddhist priest.

What do we know about Shūe Matsubayashi?

Here are the key biographical details about Shūe Matsubayashi:

  • Name: Shūe Matsubayashi
  • Also Known As: Сюэ Мацубаяси
  • Date of Birth: July 7, 1920
  • Place of Birth: Sakurae, Shimane, Japan
  • Date of Death: August 15, 2009
  • Gender: Male
  • Job Title: Director

Who is Shūe Matsubayashi?

Shūe Matsubayashi (松林 宗恵, Matsubayashi Shūe, sometimes rendered as Shuei Matsubayashi) (born July 7, 1920 - August 15, 2009, Shimane Prefecture, Japan) was a Japanese film director. He is best known for films in the comedy and war genres. He was also an ordained Shin Buddhist priest.

His final work as director was in the 1992 film Shorishatachi.

What is Shūe Matsubayashi known for?

Shūe Matsubayashi's most recognized directorial works include:

  • Return of Ultraman (1971, TV Series)
  • The Imperial Navy (1981, Movie)
  • The Last War (1961, Movie)
  • The Storm of the Pacific (1960, Movie)
  • Hello, Baby (1964, Movie)
  • Toho Unused Special Effects Complete Collection (1986, Movie)
  • Attack Squadron (1963, Movie)
  • Submarine I-57 Will Not Surrender (1959, Movie)
  • Night in Hawaii (1953, Movie)
  • Master Fencer Sees the World (1960, Movie)

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