Cast: Itsuji Itao

Direction Sion Sono

Cast Takahiro Nishijima · Hikari Mitsushima · Sakura Ando · Hiroyuke Onoue

Synopsis Love Exposure (2008) follows the life of Yu (Takahiro Nishijima), a young man raised in a deeply religious household. After his mother's passing, his father, a priest, becomes emotionally distant and cruel, compelling Yu to confess sins he hasn't committed....

Direction Masaharu Take · Hayato Kawai · Eiji Uchida

Cast Takayuki Yamada · Lily Franky · Takenori Goto · Itsuji Itao

Synopsis The Naked Director (TV Series) (2019) is a captivating drama set in the vibrant and tumultuous 1980s. The narrative revolves around Toru Muranishi (Takayuki Yamada), an innovative AV Director who left an indelible mark on Japan's adult video industry during...

Direction Hitoshi Matsumoto

Cast Takaaki Nomi · Sea Kumada · Itsuji Itao · Tokio Emoto

Synopsis Scabbard Samurai (2011) follows the journey of Nomi as Kanjuro, a samurai who chooses to relinquish his sword following a pivotal event. Accompanied by his daughter (Kumada Sea), Kanjuro wanders without purpose, but his unauthorized departure from his samurai duties...

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 Toshiaki Toyoda

Cast Kôji Chihara · Yoshio Harada · Jun Inoue · Itsuji Itao

Synopsis 9 Souls (2003) follows the harrowing journey of nine escaped convicts, primarily convicted murderers, who seize a van from a strip club to pursue a hidden cache of counterfeit money. The plan, as shared by a deranged cellmate, is to...

Direction SABU

Cast Susumu Terajima · Naomi Nishida · Itsuji Itao · Seijun Suzuki

Synopsis Blessing Bell (2002) follows the journey of Igarashi, a man who finds himself adrift in Tokyo after being let go from his job at a factory. As he navigates the bustling city, he crosses paths with a diverse array of...

Direction Toshiaki Toyoda

Cast Kyôko Koizumi · Seiji Chihara · Eita · Masahiro Hirota

Direction Hirokazu Koreeda

Cast Doona Bae · Arata Iura · Itsuji Itao · Jô Odagiri

Synopsis Air doll (2009) centers around a life-sized inflatable doll that inexplicably gains consciousness and a sense of self. As she navigates her newfound existence, she forms a deep emotional connection with a man who works at a video rental store....

Direction Hitoshi Matsumoto

Cast Hitoshi Matsumoto · Riki Takeuchi · Ryunosuke Kamiki · Itsuji Itao

Synopsis Big Man Japan (2007) is a film shrouded in mystery, with its creators intentionally keeping the details under wraps to ensure an unspoiled viewing experience. This strategy paid off, as the movie turned out to be a unique and bizarre...

Direction Eiji Uchida

Cast Kim Kkobbi · Takashi Sasano · Kumi Takiuchi · Hôka Kinoshita

Synopsis Greatful Dead (2013) follows the journey of Nami, a young woman burdened by the emotional scars of a troubled upbringing. Upon receiving a substantial inheritance, she embarks on a series of unconventional pursuits, each reflecting her unique and often eccentric...

Direction Itsuji Itao

Cast Koji Ishizaka · Itsuji Itao · Jun Kunimura · Shôichirô Masumoto

Direction Yoshihiro Nishimura

Cast Eihi Shiina · Itsuji Itao · Shoko Nakahara · Sayako Nakoshi

Synopsis Tokyo Gore Police (2008) is set in a dystopian near-future where the Tokyo Police force has undergone significant changes, transitioning into a privatized corporation. This new entity faces an unprecedented challenge: a genetically engineered mutant wreaking havoc on the streets,...

Direction Noboru Iguchi

Cast Asami · Itsuji Itao · Cay Izumi · Kentarô Shimazu

Direction Yoshihiro Nishimura

Cast Yukihide Benny · Zeppeki Fujiyama · Keisuke Isayama · Itsuji Itao

Synopsis 63 Minutes Later (2009) is a unique cinematic experience that consists of four interconnected short films, each focusing on different characters within the bustling city of Tokyo. The narrative weaves together the lives of these individuals, offering a compelling exploration...

Direction Takuji Kitamura

Cast Yôsuke Asari · Hayato Ichihara · Itsuji Itao · Haruma Miura

Synopsis Negative Happy Chain Saw Edge (2007) follows the journey of Yosuke, an unmotivated student who drifts through life, haunted by the loss of a close friend. Despite his intelligence and wit, Yosuke struggles to find meaning in his existence. His...

Direction Takeshi Furusawa

Cast Erika Sawajiri · Chinatsu Wakatsuki · Shun Oguri · Aya Sugimoto

Synopsis Ghost Train (2006) follows the chilling journey of Nana, a high school student who witnesses a train collision on her route to school. Soon after, Nana and her companion Kanae encounter a series of eerie occurrences, such as mysterious red...

Direction Yasuhiro Yoshida

Cast Kasumi Arimura · Jun Kunimura · Munetaka Aoi · Itsuji Itao

Synopsis Kazokuiro (2018) follows Akira, a woman who finds herself widowed and responsible for her pre-teen stepson. She embarks on a journey to her late husband's hometown, where she encounters her eccentric father-in-law. Despite the challenges, Akira chooses to settle down...

Direction Yuichi Sato · Kazuyuki Iwata

Cast Shô Sakurai · Ryunosuke Kamiki · Shiori Kutsuna · Seishû Uragami

Synopsis Kazoku Game (TV Series) (2013) follows the narrative of a quirky private tutor, Yoshimoto, who is employed to instruct the second son of the Numata household. As the unconventional tutor's unique methods shake up the family dynamics, the struggling student...

Direction Kazuki Watanabe · Masae Ichiki · Naoki Murahashi · Takegoro Nishimura

Cast Tao Tsuchiya · Eri Fuse · Shôno Hayama · Guts Ishimatsu

Synopsis Mare (TV Series) (2015) follows the journey of Mare, a young girl navigating the challenges of life after her family's sudden relocation. Initially residing in an urban environment, Mare's life takes a dramatic turn when her father's financial struggles force...

Direction Shunsaku Kawake · Tôru Hayashi · Yûsuke Ishii

Cast Machiko Ono · Kippei Shiina · Shôhei Miura · Riisa Naka