Actor
Kei Satô
A revered Japanese character actor, Kei Satō navigates the shadows of iconic film roles and haunting narratives, leaving an indelible mark on cinema through collaborations with visionary directors and his evocative voice work.
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Biography
Kei Satō was a Japanese character actor and narrator known for his collaborations with prominent directors of Japanese cinema. He worked extensively with Nagisa Oshima and Kaneto Shindo, appearing in notable films such as *Onibaba* and *Kuroneko*. Satō received critical acclaim for his performances, winning the Best Actor award from *Kinema Junpo* for his roles in *The Ceremony* and *Nihon no akuryō*. In addition to his acting career, he was a frequent narrator for documentaries, contributing his voice to both television and film projects.
Filmography · 98 of 98
Actor
98 credits
Kaiji: The Ultimate Gambler(2009)
Kazutaka Okada
Film
Asian Blue(1995)
Actor
Film
Gokudô kisha 2: Baken tensei hen(1994)
Actor
Film
Dioxin from Fish!(1992)
Genjiro
Film
Erotic Liaisons(1992)
Nemoto
Film
Kachô Shima Kôsaku(1992)
Kinzo Usami
Film
The Strange Tale of Oyuki(1992)
Detective
Film
Green Requiem(1988)
Professor Matsuzaki
FilmThe Notorious Bored Samurai(1988)
Actor
Film
Shiroi yabô(1986)
Actor
Film
Ikite mitai mô ichido: Shinjuku basu hôka jiken(1985)
Nakajima
Film
Appassionata(1984)
Shokei Takagi
Film
Tokyo Trial(1983)
Narrator
Film
Kaigenrei no yoru(1980)
Keinosuke Akisawa
Film
The Revolt(1980)
Kozu
Film
Magnitude 7.9(1980)
Chief Cabinet Secretary
Film
Bara no hyôteki(1980)
Hamada
Film
The Resurrection of the Golden Wolf(1979)
Shimizu
Film
Super Gun Lady: Police Branch 82(1979)
Gorô Onodera , Military Commentator
Film
The Man Who Stole the Sun(1979)
Dr. Ichikawa
Film
Golden Partners(1979)
Actor
Film
Dead Angle(1979)
Toshikatsu Uematsu
Film
Lost Love(1978)
Nogami
Film
The Life of Chikuzan(1977)
Narita Unchiku
Film
Conflagration(1975)
Actor
Film
My Way(1974)
Koide, Chief of Police
Film
Joi no aiyoku nikki(1973)
Actor
Film
Zatoichi's Conspiracy(1973)
Magistrate
Film
A Japanese Demon(1973)
Psychiartist
Film
Hissatsu shikakenin: Baian ari jigoku(1973)
Chôbê Izuya
Film
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