Shigemichi Sugita

Master of Japanese drama and animation, Shigemichi Sugita was born in 1943 in Tokyo, Japan. Sugita's directorial career spanned from the late 1960s to the early 2000s, primarily in the genres of drama and animation, with his most renowned works including "The Tale of Genji" and "From the Northern Lands." Although not recognized by major film festivals, Sugita's artistry has been acknowledged with the prestigious Oofuji Noburō Award. Sugita, with his subtle storytelling and profound understanding of human emotions, has left an indelible mark on the landscape of Japanese cinema.