Direction: Sogo Ishii
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Sogo Ishii. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 30
Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Shinsuke Aoki · Rena Komine · Kou Machida · Reiko Matsuo
Synopsis August in the Water (1995) follows the journey of a teenage girl named Isuku who, following a sudden accident, discovers she has acquired extraordinary abilities. As she grapples with her newfound powers, Isuku begins to comprehend that her life has...
7.3
45 votes
7.3
45 votes
Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Rena Komine · Tadanobu Asano · Kotomi Kyono · Tomoka Kurotani
Synopsis Labyrinth of Dreams (1997) follows Tomiko, a dedicated bus conductor in a rural area, who forms an unexpected bond with her charismatic driver, Niitaka. After receiving a chilling letter from her deceased best friend Tsuyako, who was killed in a...
6.5
70 votes
6.5
70 votes
Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Katsuya Kobayashi · Mitsuko Baisho · Yoshiki Arizono · Youki Kudoh
Synopsis The Crazy Family (1984) follows the Kobayashi family as they eagerly leave their small, congested Tokyo apartment for a seemingly perfect suburban home. However, their new residence is far from ideal, as it is plagued by termites, leading to a...
6.4
46 votes
6.4
46 votes
Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Tadanobu Asano · Masatoshi Nagase · Masakatsu Funaki
Synopsis Electric Dragon 80.000 V (2001) presents a visually striking, comic-book inspired narrative centered around Tadanobu Asano's character, Dragon Eye Morrison. The story unfolds with Morrison's childhood electrocution, an event that he miraculously survives. This traumatic experience grants him extraordinary abilities,...
6.2
120 votes
6.2
120 votes
Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Kaho Minami · Takeshi Wakamatsu · Etsushi Toyokawa · Jin Akiyama
Synopsis Angel Dust (1994) follows the chilling narrative of a series of murders that occur every Monday at 6 pm in the subway, where a young woman is the unfortunate victim. To aid in the investigation, the police enlist the help...
5.7
39 votes
5.7
39 votes
Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Michirô Endô · Shigeru Izumiya · Takanori Jinnai · Kou Machida
5.2
57 votes
5.2
57 votes
Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Yosuke Nakajima · Tatsuya Mori · Shigeru Muroi · Genjiro Amato
Synopsis Shuffle (S) (1981) follows Hiroshi Kobayashi as he flees from law enforcement, who are pursuing him for the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Naomi. Simultaneously, he is driven by a desire to confront the yakuza, Kimura, whom he holds responsible...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Masanobu Umezu
Synopsis Panic High School (S) (1976) follows the chilling narrative of a high school student who, driven to the brink, decides to bring a rifle to school, fully prepared to use it against his teachers and peers. This intense and provocative...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Synopsis Asia Strikes Back (1983) follows the journey of director Sogo Ishii and musician Toshiyuki "Kiku" Shibayama, formerly of the disbanded band Sunhouse, as they form a temporary musical group known as Sogo Ishii and the Bacillus Army. The duo created...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Rin Takanashi · Mai Takahashi · Kiyohiko Shibukawa · Shôta Sometani
Synopsis Isn't Anyone Alive? (2012) follows the story of Sogo Ishii, now known as Gakuryu Ishii, a punk director whose influential films, such as "Shuffle" and "Panic in High School," have inspired figures like Shinya Tsukamoto. After a period of relative...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Shôta Sometani · Erina Mizuno · Gou Ayano · Jun Murakami
Synopsis That’s It (2015) follows Samao Daikoku, portrayed by Shota Sometani, as he navigates a life of crime and desperation. His family register has been seized, trapping him in an underground existence. In a daring move to escape his circumstances, Samao...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Synopsis Isolation of 1/8800000 (1977) follows the story of a solitary individual navigating the bustling streets of Tokyo. The protagonist finds solace in fleeting interactions with strangers and unexpected reunions with acquaintances from the past, as these brief connections serve as...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Tadanobu Asano · Yusuke Iseya · Masatoshi Nagase · Urara Awata
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Shigeru Izumiya
Synopsis Attack! Hakata Street Gangs (1978) plunges into the heart of Hakata's streets as a brutal gang war erupts, capturing the raw essence of its era more vividly than a conventional narrative-driven film. While the technical aspects may not be its...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Tadanobu Asano · Masatoshi Nagase · Daisuke Ryû · Masakatsu Funaki
Synopsis Gojoe: Spirit War Chronicle (2000) follows the journey of Benkei, a formidable warrior who has renounced violence and embraced Buddhism. His commitment to a peaceful life is severely tested when a trio of ruthless fighters, dubbed "the demons," launch a...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Masamitsu Ohike · Tatsuo Yamada · Koji Nanjo · Nenji Kobayashi
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Gou Ayano · Kanji Furutachi · Ayumi Ito · Yuiko Kariya
Synopsis Flower of Shanidar (2013) follows an unusual occurrence where a captivating flower, known as the "Shanidar," blossoms on the body of a chosen woman. This extraordinary flower, when in full bloom, secretes a valuable substance that is highly sought after...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Fumi Nikaidou · Ren Osugi · Yoko Maki · Kengo Kora
Synopsis Bitter Honey (2016) follows the enchanting tale of Akago, a unique red goldfish with the magical ability to transform into a human girl. Akago embodies both innocence and allure, living with an elderly male writer whom she affectionately refers to...
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Miwako Ichikawa · Yuki Inomata · Kou Machida · Kiyohiko Shibukawa
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Direction Sogo Ishii
Cast Masatoshi Nagase · Tadanobu Asano · Koichi Sato · Ayana Shiramoto
Synopsis The Box Man (2024) follows the peculiar journey of an enigmatic figure who traverses the bustling streets of Tokyo with a cardboard box concealing his face, observing the world through a small opening. This intriguing individual meticulously records his observations...
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