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Yoshihiro Nishimura

Yoshihiro Nishimura

Directing · 1969–2026 · Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan

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8 titles in this catalog with a median Balasaur Score of 56. Yoshihiro Nishimura appears most often alongside Eihi Shiina (4 titles).

Biography

Yoshihiro Nishimura (1 April 1969 — 25 May 2026) was a Japanese film director, special effects and makeup effects artist, and a screenwriter who has worked predominantly in the horror genre. Nishimura has been described as 'a legendary director and effects artist' and 'the Tom Savini of Japan' with 'talent to burn'. He has been credited with establishing a new type of visual film presentation, the 'gore effect'.

Acting 9

Directing 33

Writing 20

Costume & Make-Up 19

Editing 19

Visual Effects 15

Crew 15

Production 15

Lighting 2

Art 2