Kiki Sugino
ActingAbout Kiki Sugino
Kiki Sugino, born as Seo Yeong Hwa, is an actress and producer. Sugino was born in Hiroshima, Japan to Korean parents (Japanese-born Koreans are known in Japan as "Zainichi Koreans"). She made her debut as an actress in Korea in the 2005 film "One Shining Day". Kim Ki Duk cast her in a small role in his 2006 film "Time". Sugino later returned to Japan where she made her acting debut with Tetsuo Shinohara's 2008 film "Clearness". Sugino has gone beyond being only a performer and has become a producer, starting her own company Wa Entertainment and producing her most recent films. Besides Magic and Loss, Sugino has also produced and starred in Tokyo-based Malaysian director Edmund Yeo's short film Exhalation and Koji Fukada's feature Hospitalité, both 2010 films.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kiki Sugino reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 26 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Kiki Sugino'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 31% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kiki Sugino remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Town Without Sea, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Kiki Sugino Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kiki Sugino's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kiki Sugino.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Love Mooning | Ayako Mizuno | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Tiger is Strolling Around | Kitsumi (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Town Without Sea | Sho's Mother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | I Want to Be Loved | Tomoyo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | A Picture With Yuki | Yuki | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Jeux de plage | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | 21st Century Girl | (segment "Anytime, anywhere") | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Snow Woman | Yuki on'na | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Gunjōiro no, tōrimichi | Yuika Kurata | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Chigasaki Story | Maki | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Kinki | Sala Asai | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Taksu | Kumi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Kyoto Elegy | Satomi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Short Plays | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Au revoir l'été | Tatsuko | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Intermission | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Odayaka | Saeko | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Kalayaan | Mermaid 2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Two Rabbits in Osaka | Woman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Hospitalité | Natsuki | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Exhalation | Naoko | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Magic and Loss | Kiki | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | CLEARNESS | Sakura | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Time | Waitress in Cafe | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Time | Seo Yeong-hwa | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | One Shining Day | Eiko (segment "The Treasure Island") | Flop | Similar → |
Kiki Sugino - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kiki Sugino?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kiki Sugino is "Town Without Sea" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Kiki Sugino acted in?
Kiki Sugino has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kiki Sugino?
Other notable films include "21st Century Girl", "Love Mooning", and "The Intermission".