The 1950s to 1970s are considered the Golden Age of Asian cinema. This period saw the rise of renowned filmmakers such as Akira Kurosawa (Japan), Ingmar Bergman (not Asian, but influential in Asian cinema), and Wong Kar-wai (Hong Kong). Kurosawa's films, like "Rashomon" (1950) and "Seven Samurai" (1954), gained international recognition and showcased Japanese cinema to the world.