Hirokazu Kore-eda
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Hirokazu Kore-eda (born 6 June 1962) is a Japanese film director, producer, screenwriter, and editor. He began his career in television and has since directed more than a dozen feature films, including Nobody Knows (2004), Still Walking (2008), and After the Storm (2016). He won the Jury Prize at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival for Like Father, Like Son and won the Palme d'Or at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival for Shoplifters. Description above from the Wikipedia article Hirokazu Kore-eda, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Hirokazu Kore-eda Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Hirokazu Kore-eda reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Hirokazu Kore-eda's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Hirokazu Kore-eda's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Walking in the Movies, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Hirokazu Kore-eda Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Hirokazu Kore-eda's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Hirokazu Kore-eda has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Legend of the Palme d’Or Continues | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Walking in the Movies | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Free Beats: The Musical Journey of CHEN Ming Chang | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Catherine Deneuve, in the eye of the camera | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Jiseok | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Once upon a time... "Shoplifters" | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Kiki Kirin's Life | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | A Story on the Shore | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Flowers of Taipei: Taiwan New Cinema | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Making 'Still Walking' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | A Making of Nobody Knows | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Birthplace | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Without Memory | Self - Narrator (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Hirokazu Kore-eda - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Hirokazu Kore-eda?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hirokazu Kore-eda is "Walking in the Movies" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Hirokazu Kore-eda acted in?
Hirokazu Kore-eda has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Hirokazu Kore-eda?
Other notable films include "Once upon a time... "Shoplifters"", "A Making of Nobody Knows", and "Making 'Still Walking'".