Masaharu Take

Renowned for his unique style in Japanese cinema, Masaharu Take was born in 1961 in Yokohama, Japan. He has been actively directing films since the late 1980s, primarily in the drama genre, with notable films including "100 Yen Love" and "Inuyashiki." His film "100 Yen Love" was selected as the Japanese entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards. Take's work is characterized by his ability to craft emotionally complex and relatable characters within the frame of everyday life. From the heart, Masaharu Take is a true artisan of Japanese cinema, painting vivid pictures of life's struggles and triumphs through his poignant storytelling.