Hayao Miyazaki vs Akira Kurosawa
Which director? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Hayao Miyazaki Japan · 1941– 51% · #18 in the world
- Akira Kurosawa Japan · 1910–1998 49% · #21 in the world
What the votes say
Too close to call: the world picks Hayao Miyazaki over Akira Kurosawa by just 51% to 49%. Hayao Miyazaki is #18 of the 130 directors in the world ranking and Akira Kurosawa #21.
Side by side
| Hayao Miyazaki | Akira Kurosawa | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #18 | #21 |
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Lived | 1941– | 1910–1998 |