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Akiji Kobayashi Filmography

Poster of Harakiri

Harakiri (1962)

In the tranquil aftermath of the 1630s, peace sweeps across Japan, causing the dissolution of...

Poster of Ultraman

Ultraman (1966)

In the cosmic drama Ultraman, a benevolent alien chases a monstrous creature through the interstellar...

Poster of Kwaidan

Kwaidan (1965)

"Kwaidan" weaves together four haunting tales, each one a spectral exploration of ancient Japanese lore....

Poster of Shogun Assassin

Shogun Assassin (1980)

In a time when honor was the greatest virtue, a formidable samurai warrior pledged his...

Poster of Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah

Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah (1991)

In the thrilling sequel to Godzilla vs. Biollante, a chilling prophecy from time-travellers of the...

Poster of The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity

The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity (1959)

In the compelling second chapter of an arresting trilogy, we follow Kaji, a man of...

Poster of Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice

Hanzo the Razor: Sword of Justice (1972)

In the heart of Edo, Hanzo stands as an unconventional officer, revered not only for...

Poster of The Makioka Sisters

The Makioka Sisters (1983)

Set in 1938 Japan, the film "The Makioka Sisters" traces the intricate lives of four...

Poster of Kamen Rider

Kamen Rider (1971)

This series debuted 2 Kamen Riders. Kamen Rider 1, and Kamen Rider 2. This 98...

Poster of Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance

Lone Wolf and Cub: Sword of Vengeance (1972)

In this first film of the Lone Wolf and Cub series, adapted from the manga...

Poster of Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart at the River Styx

Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart at the River Styx (1972)

In the second film of the Lone Wolf and Cub series, Ogami Itto battles a...

Poster of Godzilla vs. Mothra

Godzilla vs. Mothra (1992)

The Earth is headed for disaster and when an archeological research team visits Infant Island...

Poster of Gamera 2: Attack of Legion

Gamera 2: Attack of Legion (1996)

A strange meteor lands in Japan unleashing hundreds of insect-like "legion" creatures which find their...

Poster of Youth of the Beast

Youth of the Beast (1963)

Joe Shishido plays a tough guy with a secret agenda. His violent behavior comes to...

Poster of Black Rain

Black Rain (1989)

Mr and Mrs Shizuma, and their niece Yasuko, make their way through the ruins of...

Poster of Pleasures of the Flesh

Pleasures of the Flesh (1965)

After Atsushi commits murder, he is blackmailed into keeping a suitcase full of embezzled money....

Poster of Like the Clouds, Like the Wind

Like the Clouds, Like the Wind (1990)

Country girl Ginga leaves her home in hope of becoming one of the Emperor's Wives.

Poster of Death Shadows

Death Shadows (1986)

“Punish the wicked, but stay in the dark.”