Kazuo Hara emerged as a groundbreaking Japanese documentary filmmaker in 1972 with "Goodbye CP, " a work that catapulted him to international recognition. His compelling portraits of individuals navigating life's challenges have consistently pushed boundaries in Japanese cinema, earning him prestigious awards from both domestic and international film festivals.
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Films
1. Shin Godzilla
A god incarnate. A city doomed.
Shin Godzilla is a must-see cinematic experience, where disaster strikes when a colossal, gilled beast smashes through the city's streets, leaving destruction in its wake. With time running out, an unlikely team of heroes races against the clock to uncover the creature's vulnerability, while unraveling its connection to a mysterious foreign force. This thrilling, suspenseful adventure takes the audience on an unforgettable journey as they witness the greatest catastrophe humanity has ever faced.
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IMDb Rating: 6.8
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TMDb Rating: 7.2
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Metacritic Rating: 67.0
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Release Date: 2016-07-29
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Runtime: 120.0 minutes
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Original Language: ja
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Origin Country: ["JP"]
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Budget: $15,000,000.0
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Box Office Revenue: $78,053,100.0
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Status: Released
2. Extreme Private Eros: Love Song 1974
"Extreme Private Eros: Love Song 1974" explores a 1972 love affair between Miyuki and Kazuo through intimate home movies. Kazuo, wanting to capture their relationship, films Miyuki's time in Okinawa, where she works at a bar and forms complex connections with a series of women. The film, shot without interference, shows Miyuki navigating motherhood and alternative lifestyles, challenging traditional family expectations.
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IMDb Rating: 7.1
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TMDb Rating: 7.4
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Release Date: 1974-06-25
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Runtime: 98.0 minutes
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Original Language: ja
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Origin Country: ["JP"]
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Status: Released
3. Tokiwa: The Manga Apartment
The Manga Apartment is a captivating movie that whisks you away on a sentimental trip through the corridors of a renowned edifice. It was once home to legendary manga artists like Tezuka Osamu, Shotaro Ishinomori, and Fujio Akatsuka who crafted their extraordinary works there. Heartwarmingly, this inspiring narrative honors the fervent realm of manga and the unforgettable moments experienced by these remarkable pioneers.
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IMDb Rating: 6.6
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TMDb Rating: 6.0
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Release Date: 1996-03-23
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Runtime: 110.0 minutes
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Original Language: ja
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Origin Country: ["JP"]
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Status: Released
4. Devotion: A Film About Ogawa Productions
Devotion delves into the intimate world of Ogawa Productions, revealing how a dedicated group of Japanese filmmakers spent up to three decades creating films for Ogawa Shinsuke. This documentary tells untold stories about the student movement, farmers' protests against the Narita airport, and village life in northern Japan. Through rare footage, interviews with Oshima Nagisa and Hara Kazuo, and personal diaries, the film presents a visually compelling look at Japanese cinema's unsung heroes.
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IMDb Rating: 6.3
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Release Date: 2002-01-26
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Runtime: 88.0 minutes
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Original Language: en
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Origin Country: ["US"]
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. National Kid
Step into the whimsical world of National Kid, a captivating Japanese TV series produced by Toei Company in 1960. Commissioned by Panasonic, it was designed to promote the innovative National brand. Despite its humble beginnings in Japan, National Kid has earned an enduring fan base in Brazil, where its unique charm became a staple of local entertainment. Dive into the magical mystery of this unsung masterpiece.
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Original Name: ナショナルキッド
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TMDb Rating: 7.0
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Languages: ["ja"]
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Episode Runtime: [25]
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Status: Canceled
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Origin Country: ["JP"]
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Original Language: ja
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Type: Scripted
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First Air Date: 1960-08-04
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Last Air Date: 1961-04-27
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Number of Seasons: 4
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Number of Episodes: 39
