Tomomasa Yamazaki

"Master of the Japanese visual narrative" Tomomasa Yamazaki was born in 1965 in Osaka, Japan. Active in the film industry from the early 1990s until the late 2010s, Yamazaki specialized in the drama and mystery genres, with his most recognized works being "In the Shadow of the Moon" and "Underneath the Stars". Although he never won at the major film festivals, his films were often praised for their intricate storytelling and captivating cinematography, with the Japanese Academy Awards recognizing his unique vision on several occasions. Yamazaki is known not only as a talented director, but as a profound storyteller, creating films that touched the hearts of audiences around the world.