
Kaori Oda
DirectingAbout Kaori Oda
Kaori Oda, born in Osaka, Japan in 1987, is a filmmaker and artist. In 2016, she completed a Doctor of Liberal Arts in filmmaking in Sarajevo, supervised by Béla Tarr. Aragane (2015), shot in a Bosnian coal mine, premiered at Yamagata International Film Festival. Toward a Common Tenderness (2017) had its world premiere at DOK Leipzig and TS’ONOT / Cenote (2019), shot in underwater caves in Yucatán, premiered in Rotterdam. GAMA (2023) screened at MoMA Doc Fortnight and Cinéma du Réel. Oda received the Nagisa Oshima Prize in 2020 and the New Face Award of the Japanese Education Minister in 2021.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kaori Oda reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Kaori Oda's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kaori Oda remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Toward a Common Tenderness, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kaori Oda Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kaori Oda's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kaori Oda.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | FUKUSHIMA with BÉLA TARR | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Toward a Common Tenderness | Herself | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Thus a Noise Speaks | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kaori Oda - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kaori Oda?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kaori Oda is "Toward a Common Tenderness" with a rating of 6.0/10.
How many movies has Kaori Oda acted in?
Kaori Oda has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.


