
Ryuji Otsuka
CameraAbout Ryuji Otsuka
Born in Tokyo, Japan. Came to Beijing in 2005 and finished his first directed narrative film Lingling's Garden. Afterwards, he has maintained his interest in discovering the changes in the Chinese society and personal lives. He is also keen in presenting the characters’ inner activities through images. As a Director of Photography, he participated in The Judge(Liu Jie, Venezia Orizzonti), The Warmth of Orange Peel (Huang Ji, Berlinale Generation), Egg and Stone (Huang Ji,Tiger Award Rotterdam IFF), When Night Falls (Ying Liang, Locarno Best Director). His films screened in international festivals such as Venice, Berlin, Lacorno and Rotterdam. In 2013, his documentary Trace (Hong Kong IFF, Documentary Competition) portrays a Chinese/Japanese family living under the Senkaku Islands dispute. In 2014, his second documentary Beijing Ants (Hotdocs), was about capitalism in modern China. He is a teacher of Lixianting Film School, participated at Berlinale Talents in 2015. In 2017, he co-directed feature film The Foolish Bird that won the Special Mention of the Generation 14plus international Jury at 67th Berlin International Film Festival.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Ryuji Otsuka 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: Documentary
The majority of Ryuji Otsuka'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), Ryuji Otsuka remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Beijing Ants, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Ryuji Otsuka Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ryuji Otsuka's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Ryuji Otsuka.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Beijing Ants | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Ryuji Otsuka - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ryuji Otsuka?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ryuji Otsuka is "Beijing Ants" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has Ryuji Otsuka acted in?
Ryuji Otsuka has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.
