Shusuke Kaneko
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Shusuke Kaneko (born June 8, 1955) is a Japanese filmmaker and screenwriter. Kaneko began his career at Nikkatsu and would serve as a writer for film and anime. Establishing himself as an up and coming director, Kaneko would win accolades at various film festivals. His film Summer Vacation 1999, would garner him his first award for best director at the Yokohama Film Festival. As a lifelong fan of the original Godzilla films, Kaneko would be chosen as the director for Daiei's revival of the Gamera franchise. Kaneko's work on the Gamera films were met with unprecedented critical acclaim. He would be honored with the Director's Award at the 17th Yokohama Film Festival for his work on Gamera: Guardian of the Universe. This film would also go on to top Kinema Junpo's best films of the year list and earn Blue Ribbon awards for best Director and Best supporting actress. Kaneko would go on to direct the most successful Godzilla film of the millennium series as well as the live action adaptations of Death Note. Kaneko has also contributed to various documentaries on kaiju films, particularly those of Ishiro Honda, championing their artistry and imagination
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shusuke Kaneko reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Shusuke Kaneko'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shusuke Kaneko remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Project GMK: The Day Shusuke Kaneko Fought Godzilla, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Shusuke Kaneko Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Shusuke Kaneko's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shusuke Kaneko.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Dawn of Kaiju Eiga | Self - Filmmaker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Cho Edogakeishi | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Making of Death Note | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Making of Death Note: The Last Name | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | What's a Director? | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Ultra Q Monster Legend: Jun Manjome's Confession | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Project GMK: The Day Shusuke Kaneko Fought Godzilla | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | GAMERA 1999 | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Making of Gamera: Guardian of the Universe | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Family Game | Bookstore Guy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Gigolo: A Docu-Drama | Cameraman's assistant | Flop | Similar → |
Shusuke Kaneko - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Shusuke Kaneko?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shusuke Kaneko is "Project GMK: The Day Shusuke Kaneko Fought Godzilla" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Shusuke Kaneko acted in?
Shusuke Kaneko has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Shusuke Kaneko?
Other notable films include "The Dawn of Kaiju Eiga", "Bringing Godzilla Down to Size: The Art of Japanese Special Effects", and "The Family Game".