Direction: Mari Asato

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Mari Asato. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Bilocation

2014 · Movie · 121 min. · Japan

Direction Mari Asato

Cast Yôsuke Asari · Asami Mizukawa · Wakana Sakai · Kent Senga

Synopsis Bilocation (2014) follows Shinobu Takamura (Asami Mizukawa), an ambitious artist, who finds herself in a perplexing situation when she is falsely accused of passing counterfeit currency. Shinobu is baffled by the accusation, as she was at home during the time...

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79 votes

5.7

79 votes

The Grudge: Girl in Black

2009 · Movie · 58 min. · Japan

Direction Mari Asato

Cast Maria Takagi · Ai Kago · Kana Tsugihara · Kôji Seto

Synopsis The Grudge: Girl in Black (2009) follows a woman who, after experiencing the tragic loss of her child at birth, becomes entangled in a sinister and malevolent force. As the dark horror of the grudge begins to consume her, she...

5.0

204 votes

5.0

204 votes

Fatal Frame

2014 · Movie · 104 min. · Japan

Direction Mari Asato

Cast Ayami Nakajô · Karen Miyama · Noriko Nakagoshi · Fujiko Kojima

Synopsis Fatal Frame (2014) follows Michi, a student at a strict all-girls academy, as she investigates the puzzling vanishing and deaths of her peers. The mystery begins with a chilling photograph of Aya, the school's renowned singer, who is seemingly confined...

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80 votes

5.0

80 votes

Direction Mari Asato

Cast Moe Arai · Nanase Hoshii · Toru Baba · Toshiki Izumisawa

Synopsis Twilight Syndrome: Dead Go Round (2008) is a thrilling horror film inspired by a beloved video game franchise. The story revolves around a close-knit group of teenagers from a quiet town who find themselves ensnared in a nightmarish amusement park...

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Direction Mari Asato

Cast Kaori Asô · Toru Baba · Yasuyuki Hirano · Hôsei Shiramizu

Synopsis Cellular Girlfriend (2011) follows the gripping tale of a high school student who finds herself entangled in a perplexing murder mystery. The intrigue centers around a widely popular dating simulation game accessible on mobile devices. As players become increasingly engrossed,...

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I'm Sorry

2011 · Movie · 94 min. · Japan

Direction Mari Asato

Cast Miyabi Natsuyaki · Chisato Okai · Itsuki Sagara · Airi Suzuki

Synopsis I'm Sorry (2011) follows Yuka, who endured a terrifying ordeal a year prior. Her high school classmate, Kurohane, possesses extraordinary literary abilities but faces bullying due to her unsettling appearance. As Kurohane begins crafting a script for a school play,...

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Under your Bed

2019 · Movie · 98 min. · Japan

Direction Mari Asato

Cast Ken'ichi Abe · Kengo Kora · Yûgo Mikawa · Ryôsuke Miyake

Synopsis Under your Bed (2019) follows the story of Naoto, a man who was often overlooked by others. During his school days, Chihiro was the first person to acknowledge him by calling his name. Naoto's longing to reconnect with her drives...

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The Boy from Hell

2004 · Movie · 50 min. · Japan

Direction Mari Asato

Cast Mirai Yamamoto · Mitsuru Akaboshi · Baku Numata · Hanae Shôji

Synopsis The Boy from Hell (2004) follows Setsu, who has recently suffered the devastating loss of her child, Daio, in a tragic incident. Shortly thereafter, she encounters an enigmatic elderly woman who claims to possess the power to bring Setsu's son...

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Samurai Chicks

2004 · Movie · 72 min. · Japan

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Kidan Piece of Darkness

2016 · Movie · 100 min. · Japan

Direction Kôji Shiraishi · Yoshihiro Nakamura · Mari Asato · Eisuke Naitô

Cast Yuko Takeuchi · Amane Okayama · Izumi Fujimoto · Riho Takada

Synopsis Kidan Piece of Darkness (2016) presents a collection of ten chilling tales crafted by six renowned Japanese horror directors. Each segment is meticulously designed to send shivers down the spines of viewers, immersing them in a world of eerie suspense...

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Hyôka

2017 · Movie · 114 min. · Japan

Direction Mari Asato

Cast Kento Yamazaki · Alice Hirose · Fujiko Kojima · Yuki Saito

Synopsis Hyôka (2017) follows the journey of Hotaro, a first-year high school student who finds himself compelled to join the Classic Literature Club, much like his sister did before him. As he becomes part of the club, he meets Eru, another...

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