Takumi Saitô

Master of contemporary Japanese cinema, Takumi Saitô was born in 1981 in Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka, Japan. Since the beginning of his active years in the early 2000s, Saitô has been renowned for his work in drama and romance genres with his most famous films including "13 Assassins" and "Ace Attorney", yet he has not received any major international awards to date. His authorial style is characterized by his ability to create deeply emotional and visually captivating narratives, showcasing the simplicity and beauty of everyday life. As a director, Saitô exudes a rare combination of humility and artistic brilliance, always pushing the boundaries of Japanese cinema with his unique storytelling techniques.