Cast: Nao Omori

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Kanako Higuchi · Yûrei Yanagi · Kumiko Aso

Synopsis Achilles and the Tortoise (2008) follows the journey of Machisu, a dedicated painter who struggles to achieve the recognition he believes he deserves. Despite facing numerous obstacles and setbacks, Machisu persists in his pursuit of success. His unwavering wife, Sachiko,...

Direction Yoshihiro Nakamura

Cast Gaku Hamada · Atsushi Ito · Kengo Kora · Mirai Moriyama

Synopsis Fish Story (2009) revolves around a rock band from the year 1975 that chooses to disband due to a lack of success. Before parting ways, they create one final track. Years later, this song has a significant impact on people's...

Direction Masayuki Suo

Cast Ryo Kase · Asaka Seto · Koji Yamamoto · Masako Motai

Synopsis I Just Didn't Do It (2006) follows Teppei Kaneko, a young man navigating life in Tokyo, working part-time and seeking his purpose. His world turns upside down when he is falsely accused of harassing a schoolgirl on a train while...

Direction Yoshihiro Nakamura

Cast Yuko Takeuchi · Nao Omori · Teruyuki Kagawa · Masato Sakai

Synopsis Golden Slumber (2010) follows the chaotic journey of laid-back Aoyagi, whose life takes a dramatic turn when a fishing trip with an old friend leads to a series of unfortunate events. After being drugged and framed for the assassination of...

Direction Ryuichi Hiroki

Cast Shinobu Terajima · Etsushi Toyokawa · Akira Emoto · Matsuoka Shunsuke

Synopsis It's Only Talk (2005) follows the life of Yuko, a 35-year-old woman navigating the complexities of life in Kamata Town. Unemployed and dealing with manic depression, Yuko relies on medication prescribed by her psychiatrist. Her social circle is diverse, including...

Direction Bong Joon-ho · Leos Carax · Michel Gondry

Cast Yû Aoi · Yosiyoshi Arakawa · Jean-François Balmer · Julie Dreyfus

Synopsis Tokyo! (2008) is an anthology film that explores the dynamic and ever-changing nature of the city through three distinct short films. In the first segment, a young woman grappling with feelings of insignificance undergoes a profound transformation. The second segment...

Direction Ryuichi Hiroki

Cast Shinobu Terajima · Nao Omori · Tomorô Taguchi

Synopsis Vibrator (2003) follows the unconventional journey of Rei Hayakawa (Shinobu Terajima), a freelance writer who defies the typical Japanese woman stereotype. Plagued by auditory hallucinations, insomnia, eating disorders, and excessive drinking, Rei's life takes an unexpected turn on Valentine's Day...

Direction Hiroshi Ishikawa

Cast Aoi Miyazaki · Hidetoshi Nishijima · Hiromi Nagasaku · Eita

Synopsis Su-ki-da (2005) follows the story of two young individuals who cross paths near a floodgate after their school day ends. Yu, a reserved 17-year-old girl, takes a seat beside Yosuke, who is strumming his guitar. Yosuke, who has recently abandoned...

Direction Mika Ninagawa

Cast Erika Sawajiri · Kaori Momoi · Anne Suzuki · Kiko Mizuhara

Direction Takashi Miike

Cast Tadanobu Asano · Nao Omori · Shinya Tsukamoto · Pauline Suen

Synopsis Ichi the Killer (2001) delves into the chaotic world of the Anjo clan, where the enigmatic disappearance of their leader leaves a power vacuum. Kakihara, a deranged and masochistic underling, frantically seeks answers, honing in on the elusive Ichi. This...

Direction Takashi Miike

Cast Masataka Kubota · Shôta Sometani · Nao Omori · Jun Murakami

Synopsis First Love (2019) unfolds over a single night in the bustling city of Tokyo, centering around Leo, a struggling young boxer who crosses paths with Monica, a call girl battling addiction yet retaining her innocence. Unbeknownst to Leo, Monica is...

Direction Takashi Miike

Cast Sôta Fukushi · Hirona Yamazaki · Ryunosuke Kamiki · Jingi Irie

Synopsis As the Gods Will (2014) follows a cohort of high school students who find themselves in a dire situation. They are compelled to participate in a deadly game, but the circumstances surrounding the game are shrouded in mystery. The students...

Direction Takashi Yamazaki

Cast Shôta Sometani · Eri Fukatsu · Ai Hashimoto · Kazuki Kitamura

Synopsis Parasyte: Part 1 (2014) unfolds on a planet Earth that is stealthily infiltrated by extraterrestrial parasites. These creatures possess the chilling ability to enter human bodies through the nostrils or ear canals, ultimately seizing control of their hosts' minds and...

Direction Ryuichi Hiroki

Cast Shôta Sometani · Atsuko Maeda · Roy 5tion · Asuka Hinoi

Synopsis Kabukichô Love Hotel (2014) unfolds over the course of a single day in a bustling love hotel located in the heart of Shinjuku, Tokyo. This unique establishment offers guests the flexibility to stay for brief periods or extend their visit...

Direction Tatsushi Ohmori

Cast Hirofumi Arai · Mansaku Ikeuchi · Arata Iura · Yoko Maki

Direction Hitoshi Matsumoto

Cast Nao Omori · Mao Daichi · Hitoshi Matsumoto · Shinobu Terajima

Synopsis R100 (2013) follows the journey of a typical individual who becomes a member of an enigmatic society. This exclusive club offers a unique experience that spans exactly one year, with a strict rule: membership cannot be terminated for any reason....

Direction Toshiki Sato

Cast Nao Omori · Ayaka Maeda · Masahiro Toda · Makiko Watanabe

Direction Akio Jissoji · Atsushi Kaneko · Hisayasu Sato · Suguru Takeuchi

Cast Tadanobu Asano · Yuko Daike · Chisako Hara · Masami Horiuchi

Synopsis Rampo Noir (2005) is a chilling horror anthology inspired by the short stories of renowned writer Taro Hirai, who is widely recognized by his pen name Edogawa Rampo, a clever homage to the famed Edgar Allan Poe. The film is...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Tadanobu Asano · Nao Omori · Shido Nakamura

Synopsis Broken Rage (2024) is a unique two-part cinematic experience helmed by renowned director Takeshi Kitano. The initial segment is a raw and intense action thriller set within the murky depths of the criminal underworld. It centers around a hitman who...

Direction Katsuhiro Ōtomo

Cast Jô Odagiri · Makiko Kuno · Reia Moriyama · Yû Aoi

Synopsis Bugmaster (2006) delves into a visually captivating and poetic realm, inspired by the celebrated manga by Yuki Urushibara, which explores the intricate bond between humans and nature. The narrative revolves around Ginko, a skilled mushishi, or bugmaster, who possesses the...