Shota Sometani is a prolific and acclaimed Japanese actor who began his career as a child actor, appearing in numerous films and television series from a very young age. He gained international recognition and critical acclaim for his haunting dual lead performance in Sion Sono's psychological drama 'Himizu' (2011), for which he won the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best New Young Actor at the 68th Venice International Film Festival. Known for his intense screen presence, versatility, and ability to portray deeply complex or eccentric characters, Sometani has worked with many renowned auteurs both in Japan and internationally.
Over the years, Sometani has built an impressive filmography spanning blockbuster franchises, arthouse cinema, and television dramas. Some of his most notable works include playing Shinichi Izumi in the live-action sci-fi adaptation of 'Parasyte' (2014-2015), voicing Eiji Okumura in the anime classic 'Saint Young Men', and taking on historical epics such as Chen Kaige's Chinese-Japanese co-production 'Legend of the Demon Cat' (2017) as the Buddhist monk Kukai. He continues to be one of the most respected and sought-after actors of his generation in the Japanese entertainment industry.
Complete Works & Dramalist
Chronological filmography with network broadcasts, character roles, and ratings.
