Yoshihiro Nishimura
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Yoshihiro Nishimura is a Japanese film director, special effects and makeup effects artist, and a screenwriter who has worked predominantly in the horror genre. Nishimura has been described as "a legendary director and effects artist" and "the Tom Savini of Japan" with "talent to burn". He has been credited with establishing a new type of visual film presentation, the "gore effect".
Yoshihiro Nishimura Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Yoshihiro Nishimura reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Yoshihiro Nishimura's work falls within the Horror genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 9% of Yoshihiro Nishimura's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Meatball Machine : Dissection, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Yoshihiro Nishimura Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Yoshihiro Nishimura's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Yoshihiro Nishimura has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Evolution of Horror Cinema Worldwide | Horror Film Expert | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Meatball Machine : Dissection | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Wizard | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Extremity | Cameraman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Making F.R.I.E.N.D.s: Behind-the scenes of 'Jellyfish Eyes' | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Karate-Robo Zaborgar | Sensei | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Yakuza Weapon | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Mutant Girls Squad | Exploding Head Soldier | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | RoboGeisha | Yakuza's Boss | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Tokyo Gore Police | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Speakerman: The Boo | - | Flop | Similar → |
Yoshihiro Nishimura - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Yoshihiro Nishimura?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yoshihiro Nishimura is "Meatball Machine : Dissection" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Yoshihiro Nishimura acted in?
Yoshihiro Nishimura has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Yoshihiro Nishimura?
Other notable films include "Tokyo Gore Police", "Karate-Robo Zaborgar", and "Mutant Girls Squad".