About SABU
SABU is a renowned director born in Wakayama, Japan, with 73 credits to their name.
Sabu (サブ, Sabu, born November 18, 1964) is the pseudonym of Japanese actor and director Hiroyuki Tanaka.
Born in Wakayama Prefecture, Sabu studied at an Osaka fashion school before deciding to go to Tokyo to become a professional musician. It was suggested he try acting and in 1986 he made his film debut in Sorobanzuku. He earned his first starring role in the 1991 World Apartment Horror, a live-action film dir...
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Portfolio Overview
SABU has contributed to 44 unique projects, with an average rating of 6.7/10. Their work spans both film and television, showcasing diverse storytelling.
Career Timeline
A career spanning 1991 to 2016 (25 years), in which SABU built a legendary body of work.
Primary Expertise
Known primarily for director. SABU has worked behind the scenes on 44 productions and on 6 TV projects.
Current Popularity
SABU has a dedicated following, with a popularity score of 1.1.
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Which titles feature work by SABU?
SABU has contributed to acclaimed titles including Silence, Ichi the Killer, Mr. Long and more. That is 73 credits in total. Primary field: director.
SABU — what are they known for?
Primary field: director. The highest-rated titles are Silence, Ichi the Killer. The career now spans over 25 years.
How many titles does SABU have?
Credited on 23 on-screen roles, 44 crew credits in feature films and 0 television titles. 73 screen credits in total.
SABU — what are the latest titles?
The most recent projects are Arrested Memory, Arrested Memory, Under Your Bed.
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