Direction: Gisaburô Sugii

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


Stormy Night

2005 · Movie · 110 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Stormy Night (2005) follows the tale of a young goat named Mei who, while escaping a fierce thunderstorm, gets separated from his herd and seeks refuge in a cabin. He is soon joined by another creature, Gav, who also seeks...

6.9

196 votes

6.9

196 votes

Night on the Galactic Railroad

1985 · Movie · 113 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Night on the Galactic Railroad (1985) follows the enchanting adventure of a young kitten and his companion as they embark on a mystical voyage through the cosmos aboard an extraordinary space train. The journey begins on the eve of the...

6.7

268 votes

6.7

268 votes

Soar High! Isami (TV Series)

1995 · Series · 24 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii · Tatsuo Satō

Synopsis Soar High! Isami (TV Series) (1995) follows the adventures of Isami Hanaoka, a fifth grader with a unique heritage as a descendant of the Shinsengumi. Alongside her friends and fellow descendants, Soshi Yukimi and Toshi Tsukikage, Isami uncovers mysterious artifacts...

6.7

98 votes

6.7

98 votes

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Lupin the 3rd: The Secret of the Twilight Gemini (TV) (1996) follows the adventures of the renowned thief Lupin, who embarks on a mission to fulfill a dying wish of his mentor, Dolune. Lupin is tasked with retrieving the treasure...

6.6

93 votes

6.6

93 votes

Hiatari Ryôkô! (TV Series)

1987 · Series · 30 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Hiatari Ryôkô! (TV Series) (1987) is a captivating television series that spans 48 episodes, centering around the life of Kasumi Kishimoto, a high school student. Upon enrolling at Myojo High School, Kasumi moves into her aunt's boarding house, where she...

6.4

41 votes

6.4

41 votes

Direction Osamu Tezuka · Rintaro · Eiichi Yamamoto · Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Mighty Atom (Astro Boy) (TV Series) (1963) is a groundbreaking science fiction series set in a futuristic society where androids and humans coexist. The narrative revolves around the adventures of the titular character, "Astro Boy" (often referred to simply as...

6.2

160 votes

6.2

160 votes

6.2

29 votes

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie (1994) follows the relentless pursuit of Bison, the tyrannical head of the global terrorist group Shadowlaw, who has been tirelessly seeking the world's most formidable fighter. His target is Ryu, a young and elusive...

6.1

4K votes

6.1

4K votes

The Life of Budori Gusuko

2012 · Movie · 106 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis The Life of Budori Gusuko (2012) follows the journey of Budori, a young boy who initially enjoys a peaceful life in the woods with his family. However, an unending winter abruptly takes his loved ones away, leaving him alone and...

5.9

31 votes

5.9

31 votes

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Street Fighter II: V (TV Series) (1995) follows the journey of martial arts prodigies Ryu, Ken, and Chun Li as they traverse the globe, from the shadowy backstreets of Hong Kong to the banks of the Ganges, and beyond. Their...

5.8

956 votes

5.8

956 votes

Touch (TV Series)

1985 · Series · 26 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Touch (TV Series) (1985) revolves around the lives of three central characters: Uesugi Kazuya, his twin brother Tatsuya, and Asakura Minami. Kazuya is celebrated in his community for his exceptional talent, diligence, and his role as the star pitcher for...

5.7

537 votes

5.7

537 votes

Jack and the Beanstalk

1974 · Movie · 92 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Jack and the Beanstalk (1974) follows the tale of a young boy named Jack who, in a moment of desperation, exchanges his beloved cow for a mysterious sack of "magic beans." To his astonishment, the beans sprout into a colossal...

5.7

23 votes

5.7

23 votes

Lament of the Lamb

2003 · Movie · 114 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Lament of the Lamb (2003) follows the life of Kazuna, an ordinary high school student who begins to experience a disturbing reaction to the sight of blood or even the color red. This peculiar issue leads him to uncover a...

5.6

33 votes

5.6

33 votes

The Tale of Genji

1987 · Movie · 110 min. · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis The Tale of Genji (1987) is an animated adaptation of the classic novel by Murasaki Shikibu, penned over a millennium ago. The film centers around Genji, the charismatic and handsome son of the emperor, who captivates the Kyoto nobility with...

5.6

36 votes

5.6

36 votes

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Super Doll Liccachan: Rika-chan's Desperate Situation! The Doll Knights' Miracle (1999) follows a thrilling adventure where a joyful outing at an amusement park takes a dramatic turn with the resurrection of the malevolent witch Dana. Queen Yae has dispatched her...

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Mfinda

2023 · Movie · Japan

Direction Gisaburô Sugii

Synopsis Mfinda (2023) follows the journey of a young protagonist named Odi, who finds herself mysteriously sent back in time. There, she crosses paths with another young girl, Nasambi. Together, they embark on a perilous adventure into the mystical realm of...

Not rated

Not rated