The Ozu Diaries
2025•2h 20m•Released
Documentary
Unveiling Yasujiro Ozu’s legacy through his personal diaries, letters, and interviews, the documentary delves into his life, creative process, and lasting impact on filmmaking.
Director
Daniel Raim
Writer
Daniel Raim
Languages
Japanese, French, English
Studio
Adama Films
Cast
Yasujirō Ozu
Self (archive footage)
Wim Wenders
Self
Kyōko Kagawa
Self
Kiyoshi Kurosawa
Self
Luc Dardenne
Self
Tsai Ming-liang
Self
Akiko Ozu
Self
Isao Shirosawa
Self
Shizuo Yamanouchi
Self
Michiko Yamanouchi
Self
Mitsuyoshi Fujimori
Self
Kōgo Noda
Self (archive footage)
Production
Company
Adama Films
Producer
Yuki Machida
Producer
Daniel Raim
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