Takeshi Kitano Movies

Jutaro Torikai is a senior detective set to uncover the truth behind an apparent double suicide.

Two high school girls get mixed up in murder while investigating the disappearance of a classmate.

Arrested and interrogated by the police for a murder, Kiyoshi Ōkubo remembers his past and ends up confessing to several murders. Inspired by...

Kazuo encounters a religious group travelling around Japan performing "miracles". He discovers they are fakes, but is intrigued by the showmanship of...

Documentary about the eclectic Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto during the recording sessions for his 1984 album "Illustrated Musical Encyclopedia".

The story of Iwaki, a young brawler who becomes a professional criminal when he joins a Yakuza clan.

The late Kinji Fukasaku directed "Battle Royale" - his 60th movie - at the age of 70. This film follows the shooting of the film.

An in depth look behind the scenes at the making of the live action Ghost In The Shell. Director Rupert Sanders, along with the cast and crew, take...

A black comedy about a former Rock'n'Roll singer, who becomes the mayor of Tokyo.

At the 60th anniversary of Cannes Film Festival, 34 famous directors are followed by camera.

After dropping out of college, "Takeshi" jumps into the Asakusa France Theater and begins his training as a comedian. His teacher, Senzaburo Fukami,...

At the end of World War II, a secret human experiment was being conducted in Manchuria, which was in the sphere of influence of the Japanese...

Prolific director Kinji Fukasaku died suddenly during the production of Battle Royale 2. His son and screenwriter Kenta took over as director and...

An abundance of footage from the shooting of Battle Royale and cast and crew discussions.

This is a sad and beautiful story about a father who is a popular comedian and a son who suffered by an incurable disease.

One-episode drama starring Beat Takeshi depicting the turbulent life of the protagonist Takeyoshi Sengoku, based on the "Jesus' Ark Incident".

This film is Beat Takeshi's first starring role.

First major English-language documentary profile of the cult Japanese actor/director, Takeshi Kitano. Featuring interviews with many of his regular...

After shooting a gangster in self-defense, Kim Hui Ro takes refuge at a hotel and takes the guest hostages. Realising his position, he invites the...