Ayaka Shibutani
Actor · b. 1991 · Hyogo, Japan
Ayaka Shibutani is a Japanese actress recognized for her roles in two notable films directed by Ryûsuke Hamaguchi. She portrayed Mayuzumi in Evil Does Not Exist (2023), a drama that explores the tension between rural life and encroaching development, which premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival and won the Grand Jury Prize. She also appeared as Yuzuki in Happy Hour (2015), a critically acclaimed film that delves into the lives of four women in Kobe, earning praise for its depth and naturalistic performances. Both films highlight her collaboration with Hamaguchi, showcasing her ability to contribute to introspective and character-driven narratives. Born on December 25, 1991, in Hyogo, Japan, Shibutani has emerged as a talent in contemporary Japanese cinema through these works.
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Movie6.8DramaTakumi and his daughter Hana live in Mizubiki Village, close to Tokyo. One day, the village inhabitants become aware of a plan to build a camping site near Takumi's house offering city residents a comfortable "escape" to nature.
Movie7.4DramaFour women in their thirties reevaluate their relationships, both shared and private, after a startling revelation concerning one's marriage forces each of them to ask one of life's biggest questions: "Am I who I want to be?"
Happy Hour
2015 · 96 votes
Movie7.1DramaA young, temperamental Tokyo beautician struggles to navigate her relationships with lovers, friends, and family.
Movie9.0DramaWe follow Takumi and his daughter who lead a modest life in the village in the middle of nature. One day Takumi receives word that there are plans to build a glamping site near his home. The discovery that wastewater will be piped into the village’s water source not only causes unrest among the residents, but also affects Takumi’s life.
GIFT
2023 · 1 votes