Mahiro Maeda
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Mahiro Maeda (前田 真宏 Maeda Mahiro) born March 14, 1963 is one of the most prominent Japanese anime creators working today, having worked as director, character designer, and animator for many of Japan's top series. Helen McCarthy in 500 Essential Anime Movies called him "one of the most imaginative visualists in anime". He also worked on Concept Art and Design for Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), which won six Academy Awards. He has been one of the top contributors at the anime studio GONZO for many years, having directed Blue Submarine No. 6, Final Fantasy: Unlimited and Gankutsuou: The Count of Monte Cristo. His design work ranges from 2 of the "Angels" in Neon Genesis Evangelion to production and mechanical design for such series as Magic User's Club (魔法使いTai! Mahō Tsukai Tai!), The Vision of Escaflowne and Last Exile. He was also the designer of the invaders in Gatekeepers 21. His earlier years were spent mostly at the famed Studio Ghibli, where he helped animate classics such as Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Castle in the Sky, and Porco Rosso. Maeda is also one of the select Japanese directors to actively collaborate with the international film media on various projects. He provided key animation for the animation sequence in Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill Vol. 1. His directorial work has also been featured in such exclusive package films as The Animatrix (segment: "The Second Renaissance Parts I and II"), Genius Party Beyond (segment: "Gala"), and Ani*Kuri15 (segment: "Princess Onmitsu"). He has also visited the American Anime Expo convention in 2000 and 2003.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mahiro Maeda reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 3 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Mahiro Maeda'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), Mahiro Maeda remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Documentary "Shin Kamen Rider" ~Behind the Scenes of the Hero Action Challenge~, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mahiro Maeda Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mahiro Maeda's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mahiro Maeda.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Documentary "Shin Kamen Rider" ~Behind the Scenes of the Hero Action Challenge~ | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Anno-san and Our Reckless Challenge: Japan Animator Expo | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Scrolls to Screen: A Brief History of Anime | Self | Flop | Similar → |
Mahiro Maeda - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mahiro Maeda?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mahiro Maeda is "Documentary "Shin Kamen Rider" ~Behind the Scenes of the Hero Action Challenge~" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Mahiro Maeda acted in?
Mahiro Maeda has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.