HIROSHIMA EYE

KAIKI-TAXI, to those who do not know the declaration

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<Synopsis>

From the depths of mist-shrouded darkness, lit by pale, luring lights, a taxi emerges. Its passengers are the grotesque and the spectral, beings stranded in the world of the living. On occasion, it picks up human souls that have grown thin and faint. The driver is a man shrouded in mystery, an inexplicable figure named KAIKI Takuro.
His face is obscured by long hair and a strange, distinctive mask, and his origins are a mystery. This jet-black cab cuts through the evening mist, speeding along the liminal border between this world and the next. In the hushed tones of urban legend, it is known only as the… “Kaiki Taxi.”

<Staff>

Original Work: MORINO Tatsuya
Screenplay: OKAMOTO Hideo
Producers: IWATA Masakatsu, YAMAZAKI Yuji
Assistant Producers (AP): TABATA Anna, TANAKA Tatsuya
Camera: KIMURA Masato, TANISHITA Naoki
Sound Recording: TAJIMA Miyuki
Lighting: OIKAWA Kaisei, ojo
Music: DJEMP feat. BABA Tomoaki, FUKUDA Motoi, MORO Takenobu, SASAKI Ryusuke
Still Photography: TAKAHASHI Sadayoshi, NAMIKI Yusuke
Hair & Makeup: JJ, NISHIMURA Emi

<movie information>

Year of Production:2022-2025
Running Time:110min
Country/Region:Japan
Language of Dialogue:Japanese
Film Rating:R15

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＜Director＞

OKAMOTO Hideo

Born on March 28, 1960, in Kameari, Katsushika Ward, Tokyo, OKAMOTO Hideo began his professional career in 1981 at Design Mate, where he worked on anime mechanical design, toy product design, and package illustration.

After going freelance in 1985, OKAMOTO contributed to iconic series such as Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam, Gundam ZZ, and Ronin Warriors. His work in special effects filmmaking began with his monster design for Godzilla vs. Destoroyah, leading to a prolific career where he has provided original concepts and character designs for numerous TV series, tokusatsu dramas, and direct-to-video films.

He made his screenwriting and directorial debut with Kyūkyoku no Kokuhaku (The Ultimate Confession, 2011) and further solidified his unique filming style by serving as the original creator, screenwriter, and director for Yūki (Specter, 2012). In addition to his creative work, OKAMOTO is now actively dedicated to mentoring the next generation of acting talent.
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＜Guest＞

MORINO Tatsuya

Born on September 11, 1963. Inspired by the legendary manga artist MIZUKI Shigeru, he began his career at MIZUKI Productions before embarking on a solo career. His debut work, Jigoku Dōji was serialized in Gekkan Manga Boys. His other notable works include Yokai Attack! — A Survival Guide for Foreigners, Homeless Ronin Kibakichi, Manga: Kōsetsu Hyaku Monogatari, LEGENTAIL: Sennenta (serialized in Kerokero Ace), and Yokai Manga (serialized in YOMBAN), among many others.
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＜Producer＞

IWATA Masakatsu

Tokyo-born on March 9, 1972, he’s the CEO of TALOS Co., Ltd. A filmmaker, actor, and photographer, he stars in the Tokyo MX2 drama Arahata Ninzaburo, with a sequel on the way.
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＜Guest＞

NAGAYAMA Tatsuya

Born November 24, 1979. Actor and photographer. Made his film debut in 2003 and also works as a model. Passionate about cooking, hiking, and jogging. Skilled in basketball and baseball.