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Takashi Yamazaki

Directing

Born June 12, 1964 · Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan

Also known as 山崎 貴 · やまざきたかし

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Biography

Takashi Yamazaki is a Japanese filmmaker and visual effects supervisor. Known for his blockbusters featuring advanced visual effects, he is considered a leading figure in the Japanese film industry. Yamazaki is the recipient of multiple accolades, including an Academy Award, eight Japanese Academy Awards, five Nikkan Sports Film Awards, two Hochi Film Awards, and an Asian Film Award. His films have collectively grossed over $560 million worldwide.

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Awards & recognition

  • Academy Award — Best Visual Effects · 2024
  • Nikkan Sports Film Award — Best Director · 2014
  • Japan Academy Prize — Screenplay of the Year · 2006
  • Japan Academy Prize — Director of the Year · 2006
  • Japan Academy Prize — Picture of the Year · 2006
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  • Bram Stoker Award — Best Screenplay
  • Japan Academy Prize — Animation of the Year · 2013 · nominated
  • Japan Academy Prize — Director of the Year · 2008 · nominated
  • Japan Academy Prize — Screenplay of the Year · 2008 · nominated
  • Japan Academy Prize — Picture of the Year · 2008 · nominated
  • Japan Academy Prize — Screenplay of the Year · 2006 · nominated
  • Japan Academy Prize — Director of the Year · 2006 · nominated
  • Japan Academy Prize — Picture of the Year · 2006 · nominated

Filmography13 titles

Yu Yu Hakusho

1992Key Animation

Stand by Me Doraemon 2

2020Director, Screenplay

Godzilla Minus One

2023Creature Design, Director, Screenplay, Visual Effects Supervisor

Destiny: The Tale of Kamakura

2017Director, Screenplay, Visual Effects Supervisor

Stand by Me Doraemon

2014Director, Screenplay

Lupin III: The First

2019Director, Writer

Parasyte: Part 2

2015Director, Screenplay, Visual Effects Supervisor

Parasyte: Part 1

2014Director, Screenplay, Visual Effects Supervisor

Dragon Quest: Your Story

2019Director, General Manager, Screenplay

The Great War of Archimedes

2019Director, Screenplay

Aquarion

2005Storyboard

Heat Guy J

2002Director

The iDol

2006as Cameraman