Born in Tokyo in 1962, he is a renowned Japanese filmmaker celebrated for his poignant exploration of family dynamics and human connections. After studying literature at Waseda University, he began his career in television documentaries before transitioning to feature films. His works often feature understated narratives and deep empathy, with notable films like "Nobody Knows," "Still Walking," and "Shoplifters," the latter winning the Palme d'Or at Cannes in 2018. His films are acclaimed for their sensitive storytelling and nuanced character portrayals.
THE TRUTH
A celebrated actress returns home with a new memoir, and the public glare of fame collides with private family rifts. As mother and daughter reunite,...
LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON
Like Father, Like Son is a Japanese drama film that revolves around two families who discover that their six-year-old sons were switched at birth. The...
NOBODY KNOWS
Nobody Knows is a Japanese drama film based on a true story about four siblings who are abandoned by their mother and forced to survive on their own...
AFTER THE STORM
After the Storm is a Japanese drama film that follows a struggling writer who tries to reconnect with his estranged wife and son. As a typhoon...
SHOPLIFTERS
Shoplifters is a poignant Japanese film that explores the complexities of family and survival on the fringes of society. Directed by Hirokazu...