Takeshi Kitano

Takeshi Kitano

artist Japan

Takeshi Kitano, a renowned Japanese filmmaker, actor, and comedian, has been a prominent figure in the entertainment industry since the 1970s. Known for his unique blend of humor and violence, Kitano gained international acclaim for his hard-boiled crime films such as 'Violent Cop', 'Sonatine', and 'Outrage'. He is also celebrated for his role in the iconic TV show 'Takeshi's Castle'. At 78, Kitano continues to push creative boundaries, as evidenced by his latest work, 'Broken Rage', which aims to weave together the diverse strands of his illustrious career into a distinctive narrative experience that oscillates between drama and comedy.

Born on Jan 01, 1947 (78 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
32
Power
6$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Monaco 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 39,242 32 $7,800 6$
Totals 1 39,242 32 $7,800 6$
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Recent Mentions

Argentina Argentina: Takeshi Kitano is a multifaceted artist recognized for his work as a filmmaker and screenwriter in Japanese cinema. 8

Clarín: salvando el alma de Oriente

Portugal Portugal: Takeshi Kitano is a celebrated director recognized for his film 'Kikujiro'. 9

Público: Émilie Dequenne (1981-2025): Rosetta para sempre | Obituário

France France: Takeshi Kitano is known for his unique blend of drama and comedy in his films. 8

Le Monde: « Broken Rage », sur Prime Video, Docteur Takeshi Kitano et Mister Beat

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Kitano is the consummate Japanese multi-hyphenate known for his work in comedy, film, and television. 7

The Guardian: Broken Rage review – the strangest show of the year is here | Television