Direction: Takeshi Kitano

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Yusuke Sekiguchi · Kayoko Kishimoto · Kazuko Yoshiyuki

Synopsis Kikujiro (1999) is set in contemporary Tokyo, where Masao, a lonely only child, resides with his grandmother. When his sole friend departs for summer vacation, Masao discovers a photograph of his mother with an address and decides to embark on...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Tadanobu Asano · Michiyo Oguso · Yui Natsukawa

Synopsis The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi (2003) follows the journey of a blind masseur and gambler, who conceals a formidable secret. Beneath his unassuming exterior lies an extraordinary talent for swordsmanship, characterized by his astonishing speed and unparalleled accuracy. As he ventures...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Kayoko Kishimoto · Tetsu Watanabe · Ren Osugi

Synopsis Fireworks (1997) follows the story of Nishi, a dedicated police officer whose life takes a dramatic turn when his wife is diagnosed with leukemia. Meanwhile, one of his partners suffers a severe injury on the job, leaving him wheelchair-bound and...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Miho Kanno · Hidetoshi Nishijima · Tatsuya Mihashi · Chieko Matsubara

Synopsis Dolls (2002) is a collection of three emotionally resonant tales of love and loss, helmed by renowned director Takeshi Kitano. The opening narrative revolves around a man who prioritizes his professional ambitions over his romantic relationship, leading his girlfriend to...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Omar Epps · Claude Maki · Masaya Kato

Synopsis Brother (2000) follows the journey of a Japanese Yakuza gangster who is banished to the United States. Takeshi, the protagonist, lands in Los Angeles, where his younger half-brother resides. Despite the unfamiliar territory, Takeshi discovers that the dynamics of power...

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 Takeshi Kitano

Cast Masanobu Ando · Ken Kaneko · Leo Morimoto · Hatsuo Yamatani

Synopsis Kids Return (1996) follows the journey of two young friends, Shinji and Masaru, who are known for their mischievous behavior in school, including bullying peers and skipping classes to watch movies. After deciding to leave school, they set out to...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Aya Kokumai · Tetsu Watanabe · Susumu Terajima

Synopsis Sonatine (1993) follows a group of Tokyo-based yakuza members who are dispatched to Okinawa with the mission of resolving a violent turf war. However, the conflict intensifies, leading the Tokyo gangsters to seek refuge in a tranquil beach setting to...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Claude Maki · Hiroko Oshima · Sabu Kawahara · Toshizo Fujiwara

Synopsis A Scene at the Sea (1991) follows the journey of a young, hearing-impaired couple who find a new sense of purpose and joy in their lives. The narrative takes a transformative turn when the young man discovers a passion for...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Maiko Kawakami · Makoto Ashikawa · Sei Hiraizumi

Synopsis Violent Cop (1989) follows the story of Detective Azuma, a tough, uncompromising law enforcer who frequently employs force and questionable tactics to achieve his goals. As he delves into a string of drug-related murders, Azuma uncovers a shocking truth: his...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Tatsuya Fuji · Masaomi Kondo · Akira Nakao · Masanobu Katsumura

Synopsis Ryuzo and his Seven Henchmen (2015) follows the story of a group of elderly men who were once formidable yakuza henchmen. Now, they lead ordinary lives, far removed from their past criminal activities. The peaceful existence of Ryuzo (Tatsuya Fuji)...

Direction Theodoros Angelopoulos · Olivier Assayas · Bille August · Jane Campion

Cast Cindy Beckett · Audrey Dana · Jacques Frantz · George Babluani

Synopsis To Each His Cinema (2007) is a 2007 cinematic tribute, curated and produced by Gilles Jacob, honoring the 60th anniversary of the Cannes Film Festival. This unique film is an anthology of 35 short films, each lasting three minutes, crafted...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Yûrei Yanagi · Yuriko Ishida · Eri Fuse

Synopsis Boiling Point (1990) follows the story of Masaki, a delicate and reserved young man who balances his life between his job at a gas station and his passion for baseball. His world is turned upside down when he and his...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Tomokazu Miura · Kippei Shiina · Ryo Kase

Synopsis Outrage (2010) delves into the cutthroat world of the Japanese underworld, where multiple yakuza factions compete for dominance and the approval of their ruling family. The story revolves around ambitious bosses who manipulate alliances and plot against each other over...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Toshiyuki Nishida · Tomokazu Miura · Ryo Kase

Synopsis Outrage 2 (2012) delves into the intricate world of the Sanno crime syndicate, which has evolved into a formidable organization with extensive influence in politics and legitimate enterprises. The leadership of the Sanno is now predominantly held by young executives,...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Kotomi Kyono · Kayoko Kishimoto · Ren Osugi

Synopsis Takeshis' (2005) is a cinematic journey that began when director Takeshi Kitano envisioned a film about an average man who ventures into a fantastical world within his own mind. This concept materializes in Kitano's latest work, where he portrays two...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Toru Emori · Kayoko Kishimoto · Keiko Matsuzaka

Synopsis Glory to the Filmmaker! (2007) follows Takeshi Kitano as he portrays a fictionalized version of himself, a director grappling with creative challenges. The narrative sees him navigating various film genres in a determined effort to finalize his current project, showcasing...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Takeshi Kitano · Toshiyuki Nishida · Tatsuro Nadaka · Ken Mitsuishi

Synopsis Outrage Coda (2017) follows the narrative of Ootomo, who was left in a precarious situation in the previous installment of the series. Upon his return to the Yakuza underworld, Ootomo finds himself entangled in fresh conflicts and power struggles within...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Dankan · Moeko Ezawa · Hakuryu · Hideo Higashikokubaru

Synopsis Getting Any? (1994) is a wild, over-the-top comedy directed by the renowned Takeshi Kitano, known for his unique blend of humor and absurdity. This film is a satirical take on Japanese society and popular cinema, drawing heavily from Kitano’s early...

Direction Takeshi Kitano

Cast Hidetoshi Nishijima · Ken Watanabe · Takeshi Kitano · Tadanobu Asano

Synopsis Kubi (2023) delves into the tumultuous era of feudal Japan, where the ambitious Lord Oda Nobunaga seeks to unify the nation through a series of strategic battles against rival clans. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when Nobunaga's loyal vassal,...