Katsunori Shibata

Master of Japanese drama and suspense, Katsunori Shibata was born in 1965 in Tokyo, Japan. His active years span from the late 1990s to the present, with his work primarily rooted in the genres of drama, action, and mystery, with acclaimed films like "The City of Lost Souls" and "Sleeping Bride" under his belt. Although not a regular at major film festivals, Shibata's distinct narrative style and attention to fine details have earned him a dedicated audience and significant critical acclaim within Japan. Shibata, with his quiet demeanor and piercing gaze, is a man who lets his films do the talking, and they speak volumes about his immense talent and unique vision.