Fujio Akatsuka

Writing

Fujio Akatsuka

Born 1935-09-14 · Rehe, Manchukuo, Empire of Japan [now Chengde, Hebei, China]

Acting credits

Lupin the Third: The Mystery of Mamo poster
7.0

While attempting to win the affections of a beautiful rival, a master thief risks death to learn the secret intentions of a wealthy and seemingly immortal, but certainly ruthless, recluse.

Lupin the Third: The Mystery of Mamo

1978

Fujio Akatsuka's Gag Porno: In the Mood Once Again poster
6.1

Softcore porn collaboration between Nikkatsu director Shinya Yamamoto and gag manga artist Fujio Akatsuka, utilizing both creators' comedy techniques in an erotic setting.

Fujio Akatsuka's Gag Porno: In the Mood Once Again

1979

A Pool Without Water poster
5.4

After saving a girl from rape, a bored rail worker finds out about a chemical that makes people sleep and gets carried away into a new, violent world of ideas.

A Pool Without Water

1982

Future Memories: Last Christmas poster
7.3

Yuko dreams of being a best selling children's author, but as an adult she has made little progress. In her depression, she bonds with Ginko, a roadside fortune teller who has had a tragic love life. Both die the next day but appear 10 years before with their memories intact. Will they choose more wisely or be sunk by new unfulfilling choices between career and romance?

Future Memories: Last Christmas

1992

Shimo-ochiai Yakitori Movie poster
NR

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Shimo-ochiai Yakitori Movie

1979

The Man Who Went Beyond Manga: Fujio Akatsuka poster
10.0

The late Fujio Akatsuka is revered by many Japanese artists and scholars for his developments to early comedy manga, but his contributions aren't just limited to the world of print media. Featuring commentary from family, friends, colleagues, and celebrity fans, Fujio Akatsuka's story is told with archival footage and animation, showcasing the life of the man who went beyond manga.

The Man Who Went Beyond Manga: Fujio Akatsuka

2016

Moero Seishun no Ichinen – “Burn, One Year of Youth” poster
NR

Commissioned by Japan’s largest prep school, Kawaijuku, as an entrance ceremony short, this 1986 film follows a year in the life of a female “ronin” student. Directed by then-rookie Junichi Inoue and produced by iconoclastic filmmaker Koji Wakamatsu, it transforms what should have been a conventional promotional piece into an audacious, subversive portrait of youth, featuring Mikari, Naoto Takenaka, and manga legend Fujio Akatsuka.

Moero Seishun no Ichinen – “Burn, One Year of Youth”

1986

Osomatsu-kun: Iyami and Chibita's Cooking Showdown poster
NR

Iyami and Chibita compete to be the best chef at the Matsuno Brothers's restaurant in order to appeal to a food critique.

Osomatsu-kun: Iyami and Chibita's Cooking Showdown

1985

Behind the camera