Hitoshi Yazaki - Actor Profile

Hitoshi Yazaki

Directing
Updated: Apr 18, 2026
1Total Films
3.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 20, 1956
Birth Place: Minamikoma, Yamanashi, Japan

About Hitoshi Yazaki

Hitoshi Yazaki (born November 11,1956) is a Japanese director and writer. He studied directing at Nihon University. Before he started to direct, he worked with Nagasaki Shunichi and Ishii Sogo. His feature film Kazetachi no gogo/Afternoon Breezes (1980) was screened with great success at the film festivals in Edinburgh and Montreal and at the New York Gay Film Festival. He also had a lot of success with March Comes in Like a Lion.

Hitoshi Yazaki Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Hitoshi Yazaki reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Hitoshi Yazaki's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Hitoshi Yazaki'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 In the Mood for Melville, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Hitoshi Yazaki Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hitoshi Yazaki's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Hitoshi Yazaki has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2017 In the Mood for Melville Self Flop Similar →

Hitoshi Yazaki - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hitoshi Yazaki?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hitoshi Yazaki is "In the Mood for Melville" with a rating of 3.0/10.

How many movies has Hitoshi Yazaki acted in?

Hitoshi Yazaki has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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