Michiko Nishiwaki
Biography
Michiko Nishiwaki is a Japanese actress and stunt woman. Born on November 21, 1957, in Funabashi, Chiba, Japan, she is known for her work in the acting field. Nishiwaki has a background in martial arts and has worked as a fight choreographer. She has also been involved in female bodybuilding and powerlifting. As a stunt woman, Nishiwaki performed high-risk stunts as a double for an actress in the film Charlie's Angels. With 43 known credits, Michiko Nishiwaki is a seasoned actress with a diverse range of experiences. Her acting career spans multiple roles and projects, showcasing her versatility as a performer.
Career overview
Michiko Nishiwaki is a Japanese actress known for her work in the entertainment industry. She has appeared in a significant number of films and television shows, with a total of 43 known credits to her name. Nishiwaki's acting career spans multiple genres and formats, showcasing her versatility as a performer.
One notable aspect of Nishiwaki's career is her involvement in action-oriented projects. She has worked as a stunt double and fight choreographer, utilizing her skills in martial arts to create high-risk stunts for films. This expertise was showcased in her work as a double for Lucy Liu in the film Charlie's Angels. Nishiwaki's experience in stunt work and action choreography highlights her ability to adapt to a wide range of roles and genres.
As an actress, Michiko Nishiwaki has established herself as a dedicated and accomplished performer. Her extensive body of work demonstrates her commitment to her craft and her ability to take on diverse roles. With a career spanning over four decades, Nishiwaki continues to be a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
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- Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022) as Kung Fu Competitor / Co-Star
- Afro Ninja (2009) as Yuko
- Resident Evil: Extinction (2007) Stunt Double
- Mission: Impossible III (2006) Stunts
- Memoirs of a Geisha (2005) Stunts
- Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004) Stunt Double
- Collateral (2004) Stunts
- Forbidden Warrior (2004) Stunt Double
- Ghost Rock (2004)
- Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003) Stunt Double
- The Scorpion King (2002) Stunts
- Rush Hour 2 (2001) Stunt Double
- Charlie's Angels (2000) as Stuntwoman
- Charlie's Angels (2000) Stunt Double
- Man on the Moon (1999) Stunts
- Play It to the Bone (1999) Stunt Double
- Blade (1998) Stunts
- Lethal Weapon 4 (1998) Stunts
- Brave New World (1998) Stunts
- Red Corner (1997) Stunt Double
- City on Fire (1993)
- Whore & Policewoman (1993)
- Woman Killer's Rampage (1993)
- The Avenging Quartet (1993) as Sen
- Raiders of Losing Treasure (1992)
- Hero Dream (1992) as Yi
- Big Circle Blues (1992) as Show Yun
- The Mighty Gambler (1992)
- Angel Terminators (1992) as Miss Nishiwaki
- Passionate Killing in the Dream (1992) as Sha Sha Lee
- Witchcraft vs. Curse (1991) as Simol
- The Real Me (1991)
- Magic Cop (1990) as The Sorceress
- The Dragon Fighter (1990)
- Outlaw Brothers (1990) as Miego
- Widow Warriors (1990) as Tomoko
- King of Gambler (1990)
- God of Gamblers (1989) as Miss Chi
- Princess Madam (1989) as Lily
- City Cops (1989) as Michiko
- In the Line of Duty 3 (1988) as Michiko Nishiwaki
- Young Lady Detectives: Heart Beat! (1987) as Misao Matsuda
- Dimensional Warrior Spielvan (1986) as Rikki
- My Lucky Stars (1985) as Chief's Sidekick