About Makoto Shimazaki
Makoto Shimazaki is a renowned director born in Tokyo, Japan, with 38 credits to their name.
Born in Tokyo, Shimazaki attended Rikkyo University where he studied under Shigehiko Hasumi, made 8mm films, and appeared in the then amateur works of other Rikkyo graduates such as Kiyoshi Kurosawa. After graduating, he worked at the film company Cine Saison and starting writing about film and doing long interviews of directors such as Quentin Tarantino and Takeshi Kitano for magazines. While working a...
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Portfolio Overview
Makoto Shimazaki has contributed to 30 unique projects, with an average rating of 5.5/10. Their work spans both film and television, showcasing diverse storytelling.
Career Timeline
Active since 1985 — present (40 years), Makoto Shimazaki has built a legendary body of work.
Primary Expertise
Known primarily for director. Makoto Shimazaki has worked behind the scenes on 33 productions and on 1 TV project.
Current Popularity
Makoto Shimazaki has a dedicated following, with a popularity score of 0.7.
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Which titles feature work by Makoto Shimazaki?
Makoto Shimazaki has contributed to acclaimed titles including Welcome Home, Welcome Home, Jam Session (The Official Bootleg of Kikujiro) and more. That is 38 credits in total. Primary field: director.
Makoto Shimazaki — what are they known for?
Primary field: director. The highest-rated titles are Welcome Home, Welcome Home. The career now spans over 40 years.
How many titles does Makoto Shimazaki have?
Credited on 4 on-screen roles, 33 crew credits in feature films and 0 television titles. 38 screen credits in total.
Makoto Shimazaki — what are the latest titles?
The most recent projects are Jiyuuna Fanshii.
Where can I watch titles with Makoto Shimazaki?
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