About Masaki Kobayashi
Masaki Kobayashi is a renowned director born in Otaru, Hokkaidō, Japan, with 46 credits to their name.
Masaki Kobayashi (小林 正樹, Kobayashi Masaki; February 14, 1916 – October 4, 1996) was a Japanese filmmaker. He is best remembered for directing the epic war trilogy The Human Condition (1959–1961), the samurai films Harakiri (1962) and Samurai Rebellion (1967), and the horror anthology epic Kwaidan (1964). Senses of Cinema described him as "one of the finest depicters of Japanese society in the...
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Portfolio Overview
Masaki Kobayashi has contributed to 35 unique projects, with an average rating of 7.2/10. Their work spans both film and television, showcasing diverse storytelling.
Career Timeline
Active since 1993 — present (31 years), Masaki Kobayashi has built a legendary body of work.
Primary Expertise
Known primarily for director. Masaki Kobayashi has worked behind the scenes on 41 productions and on 3 TV projects.
Current Popularity
Masaki Kobayashi has a dedicated following, with a popularity score of 2.5.
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Which titles feature work by Masaki Kobayashi?
Masaki Kobayashi has contributed to acclaimed titles including Harakiri, Kwaidan, The Human Condition I: No Greater Love and more. That is 46 credits in total. Primary field: director.
Masaki Kobayashi — what are they known for?
Primary field: director. The highest-rated titles are Harakiri, Kwaidan. The career now spans over 31 years.
How many titles does Masaki Kobayashi have?
Credited on 2 on-screen roles, 41 crew credits in feature films and 0 television titles. 46 screen credits in total.
Masaki Kobayashi — what are the latest titles?
The most recent projects are Unification of Japan 62.
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