Cast: Denden

Direction Yôji Yamada

Cast Sayuri Yoshinaga · Tadanobu Asano · Mitsugorô Bandô · Rei Dan

Synopsis Kabei: Our Mother (2008) is a poignant drama that delves into the life of Teruyo Nogami, focusing on her formative years. The film is set during World War II and explores the resilience and strength of a family torn apart...

Direction Sion Sono

Cast Jun Kunimura · Shin'ichi Tsutsumi · Fumi Nikaidou · Hiroki Hasegawa

Synopsis Why Don't You Play in Hell? (2013) follows the intertwined lives of two rivals, Muto and Ikegami, whose mutual animosity sets the stage for a chaotic and unpredictable narrative. Muto is driven by an intense desire to see his daughter,...

Direction Sion Sono

Cast Shôta Sometani · Fumi Nikaidou · Tetsu Watanabe · Mitsuro Fukikoshi

Synopsis Themis (2011) follows the story of Sumida, a 15-year-old boy who is forced to take on the responsibility of running his family's struggling boat-rental business after his father, a drunk and penniless man, becomes increasingly violent. Sumida's once simple aspirations...

Direction Sion Sono

Cast Mitsuro Fukikoshi · Denden · Asuka Kurosawa · Megumi Kagurazaka

Synopsis Cold Fish (2010) is a chilling Japanese thriller that draws inspiration from the grim reality of the "Saitama serial murders of dog lovers." The film is loosely based on the true crimes committed by Gen Sekine, born on January 2,...

Direction Sion Sono

Cast Isao Natsuyagi · Naoko Otani · Megumi Kagurazaka · Jun Murakami

Synopsis The Land of Hope (2012) presents a departure from the typical style of prolific Japanese director Sion Sono, offering a poignant and restrained drama. The narrative revolves around a rural family grappling with survival in the wake of the devastating...

Direction Kiyoshi Kurosawa

Cast Kôji Yakusho · Masato Hagiwara · Tsuyoshi Ujiki · Anna Nakagawa

Synopsis Cure (1997) follows a weary detective as he grapples with a series of brutal murders. The perpetrators, however, have no memory of their actions. The detective must navigate this perplexing mystery, where the lack of recollection among the suspects adds...

Direction Abbas Kiarostami

Cast Rin Takanashi · Tadashi Okuno · Ryo Kase · Denden

Synopsis Like Someone in Love (2012) follows the intertwining lives of an elderly man and a young woman in the bustling city of Tokyo. The young woman, Akiko, is unaware of the man, Takashi, while he believes he knows her. Takashi...

Direction Amir Naderi

Cast Hidetoshi Nishijima · Takako Tokiwa · Takashi Sasano · Shun Sugata

Synopsis Cut (2011) follows Shuji, a determined young filmmaker who finds himself at odds with the norms of Japanese society. His life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers that his brother, a loan shark who had supported his filmmaking endeavors,...

Direction Takashi Shimizu

Cast Yûrei Yanagi · Chiaki Kuriyama · Hitomi Miwa · Taro Suwa

Synopsis Ju-on (2000) follows a chilling tale of revenge and supernatural horror. A high school teacher, driven by jealousy, commits a brutal murder of his wife and their young son. The teacher, who was having an affair with the wife, enters...

Direction Michihito Fujii

Cast Masami Nagasawa · Kentarô Sakaguchi · Ryûsei Yokohama · Nana Mori

Synopsis The Parades (2024) follows the journey of a heroine who, after her untimely demise, is given a unique chance to confront her regrets. Once a month, the deceased gather for a grand parade, each seeking to reconnect with someone they...

Direction Sion Sono

Cast Kippei Shiina · Shinnosuke Mitsushima · Eri Kamataki · Kyoko Hinami

Direction Eiji Uchida

Cast Sairi Itô · Kenta Suga · Kaito Yoshimura · Hako Oshima

Synopsis Love and Other Cults (2017) follows the journey of Ai (Sairi Ito), a young woman who was raised in a cult commune by her fanatical mother for seven years. After the cult's exposure by authorities, Ai attempts to integrate into...

Direction Eiji Uchida

Cast Masahiko Aoki · Masato Arai · Matsumoto Club · Denden

Synopsis Lowlife Love (2015) centers around Tetsuo (Kiyohiko Shibukawa), a once-promising indie filmmaker now mired in mediocrity due to his unyielding commitment to his 'artistic integrity'. In his late 30s, he still resides with his mother and sister, relying on their...

Direction Akihiko Shiota

Cast Satoshi Tsumabuki · Kou Shibasaki · Kiichi Nakai · Kumiko Aso

Synopsis Dororo (2007) follows the tale of Hyakkimaru, a young man driven by a deep-seated grudge against the 48 demons that claimed parts of his body as a result of a dark bargain his father made. Throughout his journey, he finds...

Direction Sion Sono

Cast Ryôhei Suzuki · Young Dais · Nana Seino · Shunsuke Daitô

Synopsis Tokyo Tribe (2014) is a unique cinematic experience directed by Sion Sono, known for his distinctive style and previous works like "Why Don't You Play in Hell?". This film takes a bold leap into uncharted territory, blending elements of yakuza...

Direction Takashi Miike

Cast Yayan Ruhian · Lily Franky · Mio Yûki · Hayato Ichihara

Synopsis Yakuza Apocalypse (2015) follows the journey of Kagayama, a weak but devoted follower of the infamous yakuza leader Kamiura, who is secretly a vampire. When a deadly assassin from a global crime organization comes to Japan with a dire message,...

Direction Hiroyuki Nakano

Cast Masanobu Ando · Megumi Okina · Kumiko Aso · Jun Murakami

Synopsis Red Shadow: Akakage (2001) follows the journey of three skilled ninjas, Aka Kage, Aoi Kage, and Asuka, who are entrusted with perilous covert operations by their master. Despite both Aka and Aoi harboring romantic feelings for Asuka, their deep bond...

Direction Daisuke Miura

Cast Kazunobu Mineta · Mei Kurokawa · Ryuhei Matsuda · You

Synopsis Boys on the Run (2010) is a coming-of-age comedy inspired by the popular manga by Hanazawa Kengo, focusing on Tanishi (Kazunobu Mineta), a 29-year-old virgin employed as a "capsule toy salesman in Akihabara." Tanishi's life revolves around his infatuation with...

Direction Isamu Aitsuki

Cast Yoko Moriguchi · Mikihisa Azuma · Takehiro Murata · Maria Takagi

Direction Yukihiko Tsutsumi

Cast Erika Toda · Ryo Kase · Kasumi Arimura · Saki Fukuda

Synopsis SPEC: Life (TV) (2012) follows the return of Takeru Sebumi, who reunites with his investigative unit. The team welcomes a fresh addition, bringing new dynamics and perspectives to their ongoing inquiries.