Masanori Tominaga
DirectingAbout Masanori Tominaga
Masanori Tominaga (冨永 昌敬, Tominaga Masanori, born October 31, 1975) is a Japanese film director. His 1999 short film, Dolmen, received the Honorary Mention of the International Jury at the International Short Film Festival Oberhausen in 2000. Tominaga directed the first feature film, The Pavillion Salamandre, starring Joe Odagiri. He directed Pandora's Box, starring Shota Sometani and Riisa Naka, based on the novel by Osamu Dazai. He directed the comedy film, Vengeance Can Wait, starring Minami, Tadanobu Asano, Eiko Koike and Takayuki Yamada. Tominaga directed The Echo of Astro Boy's Footsteps, which is a documentary about Matsuo Ohno, the sound designer for Astro Boy. It was described by James Marsh of Twitch Film as "not only a dream documentary for anyone who is a fan of the iconic Japanese anime character, but also a delight for audio-tech fanatics who remain unsated even after Berberian Sound Studio." It was listed by Jasper Sharp of Midnight Eye as the best Japanese film of 2012. The film screened at the Flatpack Film Festival in 2013.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Masanori Tominaga reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Masanori Tominaga's filmography leans towards the Drama 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), Masanori Tominaga remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in COCKROACH MAN, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Masanori Tominaga Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Masanori Tominaga's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Masanori Tominaga.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | COCKROACH MAN | - | Flop | Similar → |
Masanori Tominaga - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Masanori Tominaga?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Masanori Tominaga is "COCKROACH MAN" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has Masanori Tominaga acted in?
Masanori Tominaga has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.