Donald Richie was an American officer, film critic, writer, and journalist. Born in Lima, Ohio, in 1924, he made significant contributions to the understanding of Japanese cinema and culture. Throughout his career, Richie wrote extensively, analyzing and promoting Japanese films and filmmakers. He lived in Tokyo for many years, where he passed away in 2013. His work bridged cultural gaps, earning acclaim from both Western and Japanese audiences, and he remains a pivotal figure in the appreciation of cinema.
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Meaning of the name - Donald
world ruler, ruler of men
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Place of Birth: Lima
Place of Death: Tokyo
Educated At: Columbia University School of General Studies
Occupation: film critic | journalist | curator | historian | military officer | writer
Awards Received: The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on April 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for April 17, 2025 |
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| Sun | 27 Aries 24 | 27 Aries 56 | 4 Leo 21 |
| Moon | 1 Libra 34 | 19 Sagittarius 7 | 18 Gemini 30 |
| Mercury | 17 Taurus 4 | 1 Aries 3 | 25 Leo 22 |
| Venus | 12 Gemini 55 | 25 Pisces 4 | 1 Cancer 27 |
| Mars | 25 Capricorn 53 | 29 Cancer 48 | 5 Pisces 13 |
| Jupiter | 19 Sagittarius 26 | 18 Gemini 49 | 9 Sagittarius 58 |
| Saturn | 29 Libra 48 | 26 Pisces 21 | 26 Libra 52 |
| Uranus | 19 Pisces 41 | 25 Taurus 36 | 21 Pisces 8 |
| Neptune | 17 Leo 36 | 0 Aries 39 | 19 Leo 30 |
| Pluto | 10 Cancer 21 | 3 Aquarius 44 | 12 Cancer 29 |
| Rahu | 29 Leo 18 | 25 Pisces 50 | 23 Leo 57 |
| Ketu | 29 Aquarius 18 | 25 Virgo 50 | 23 Aquarius 57 |
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