Tadanobu Asano
Biography
Tadanobu Asano, originally named Tadanobu Sato, was born on November 27, 1973, and is a prominent Japanese actor. He has gained recognition for a variety of performances, including his portrayal of Dragon Eye Morrison in "Electric Dragon 80,000 V," and Kakihara in "Ichi the Killer." His diverse roles also encompass Mamoru Arita in "Bright Future," Hattori Genosuke in "Zatoichi," and Kenji in "Last Life in the Universe." Additionally, Asano showcased his versatility as Aman in "Survive Style 5+," Ayano in "The Taste of Tea," and Temudjin in "Mongol." More recently, he took on the role of Hogun in the film "Thor," which is inspired by the Marvel Comics character. Asano's performances have not only highlighted his skills but also contributed to his standing as a significant figure in both Japanese cinema and international films.
Filmography
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Kanasando
2024
Taboo
1999 • Hyozo Tashiro
Snow Prince
2009
Maborosi
1995 • Ikuo
Ruined Heart: Another Lovestory Between a Criminal & a Whore
2014 • The Criminal
Dearest
2012 • Policeman
Thor: The Dark World
2013 • Hogun
Hakuchi: The Innocent
1999 • Isawa
Thor: Ragnarok
2017
Parasyte: Part 1
2014 • Goto
Parasyte: Part 2
2015 • Goto
The Taste of Tea
2004 • Ayano Haruno
Minamata
2020 • Tatsuo Matsumura
Redline (2009)
2009 • Frisbee (voice)
Love & Pop
1998 • Captain XX
A Ghost of a Chance
2011
The Rocking Horsemen
1992 • Seiichi Shirai
Silence
2016 • Interpreter
Sad Vacation
2007 • Kenji Shiraishi
Shark Skin Man and Peach Hip Girl
1999 • Kuroo Samehada
Wolf's Calling
2019 • Samurai
47 Ronin (2013)
2013 • Lord Kira