Jun Ichikawa

Jun Ichikawa was a Japanese film director and screenwriter whose quiet, intimate style left a lasting mark on contemporary Japanese cinema.

What do we know about Jun Ichikawa?

Here are the key biographical details about Jun Ichikawa:

  • Name: Jun Ichikawa
  • Also Known As: 市川 準, Дзюн Итикава
  • Date of Birth: November 25, 1948
  • Place of Birth: Tokyo, Japan
  • Date of Death: September 19, 2008
  • Gender: Male
  • Job Title: Director
  • Crew Jobs: Director, Screenplay, Editor, Cinematography, Writer

Who is Jun Ichikawa?

Jun Ichikawa was a Japanese film director and screenwriter. He was first a director of television commercials before adding filmmaking to his creative activities. His most famous film outside of Japan was Tony Takitani, an adaptation of a short story by Haruki Murakami. He died of a cerebral hemorrhage after suddenly collapsing at a restaurant, shortly before his latest film, Buy a Suit, was to premier at the Tokyo International Film Festival.

What is Jun Ichikawa known for?

Jun Ichikawa was a Japanese director celebrated for his understated, character-driven films. His most recognized works include:

  • Tony Takitani (2004, Movie)
  • BU·SU (1987, Movie)
  • Tokyo Marigold (2001, Movie)
  • How to Become Myself (2007, Movie)
  • Tokiwa: The Manga Apartment (1996, Movie)
  • Aogeba Tôtoshi (2006, Movie)
  • Tokyo Lullaby (1997, Movie)
  • The Tokyo Siblings (1995, Movie)
  • Dying at a Hospital (1993, Movie)
  • Osaka Story (1999, Movie)

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