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, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for April 17, 2024 |
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| Sun | 27 Aries 24 | 28 Aries 10 | 3 Leo 23 |
| Moon | 1 Libra 34 | 19 Leo 31 | 6 Gemini 38 |
| Mercury | 17 Taurus 4 | 18 Aries 27 | 23 Leo 45 |
| Venus | 12 Gemini 55 | 15 Aries 29 | 1 Cancer 18 |
| Mars | 25 Capricorn 53 | 20 Pisces 0 | 5 Pisces 16 |
| Jupiter | 19 Sagittarius 26 | 21 Taurus 2 | 10 Sagittarius 0 |
| Saturn | 29 Libra 48 | 15 Pisces 19 | 26 Libra 50 |
| Uranus | 19 Pisces 41 | 21 Taurus 40 | 21 Pisces 9 |
| Neptune | 17 Leo 36 | 28 Pisces 30 | 19 Leo 28 |
| Pluto | 10 Cancer 21 | 2 Aquarius 2 | 12 Cancer 27 |
| Rahu | 29 Leo 18 | 15 Aries 10 | 24 Leo 0 |
| Ketu | 29 Aquarius 18 | 15 Libra 10 | 24 Aquarius 0 |
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