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Yugo Sakamoto

Directing
29 years oldKyoto, Japan

Biography

Yugo Sakamoto (born January 18, 1996) is a Japanese film director. He was born in Kyoto Prefecture. While studying at Kyoto University of Art and Design (currently Kyoto University of Arts), he won the 2016 Grand Prix at the Cruel Student Film Festival, receiving the "Promising New Director" award. He made his commercial film debut with " Family☆Wars ". His films are notable for their action and violence, with a style and pacing influenced by manga and anime. His philosophy about his filmmaking is "Weekly Shonen Jump, not Hollywood."

Personal Details

Born
January 18, 1996
Gender
Male
Place of Birth
Kyoto, Japan
Known For
Directing

Also Known As

Yuugo Sakamoto
Yūgo Sakamoto
Hugo Sakamoto