Masayuki Ochiai

Masayuki Ochiai

Personal Details

Spouse
  • Rieko Terada

    ( Jul 9, 2025 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Mika Umeda

Biography

Masayuki Ochiai is a renowned Japanese film director, screenwriter, and producer who has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema with his diverse and captivating body of work. Among his most notable creations is the 2000 film "Tales of the Unusual", a thought-provoking and visually stunning production that has garnered widespread acclaim.

In addition to his work on "Tales of the Unusual", Ochiai has also made significant contributions to the world of horror cinema with his 2008 film "Shutter", a chilling and suspenseful tale that has captivated audiences worldwide. Furthermore, his 1999 film "Saimin" is a testament to his versatility and ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with viewers.

Throughout his career, Ochiai has consistently demonstrated his skill and artistry as a filmmaker, and his body of work continues to inspire and influence new generations of filmmakers and cinephiles alike.

Career

{"id":232848,"title":"The J-Horror Virus","year":"2023","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-j-horror-virus","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_232848.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_232848.jpg"},"released":1}
2023
{"id":98745,"title":"Ju-on: The Final Curse","year":"2015","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ju-on-the-final-curse","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_98745.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_98745.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
Ju-on: The Final Curse
Ju-on: The Final Curse as Director, Screenplay
{"id":34788,"title":"Ju-on: The Beginning of the End","year":"2014","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ju-on-the-beginning-of-the-end","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_34788.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_34788.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
Ju-on: The Beginning of the End
Ju-on: The Beginning of the End as Director, Screenplay
{"id":230341,"title":"Haunted School: The Curse of the Word Spirit","year":"2014","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/haunted-school-the-curse-of-the-word-spirit","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_230341.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_230341.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":5195,"title":"Shutter","year":"2008","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shutter","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2sl0019n3f1g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2sl0019n3f1g.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
Shutter
Shutter as Director
{"id":54511,"title":"Tales of the Unusual","year":"2000","job":"Director, Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tales-of-the-unusual","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_54511.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_54511.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Tales of the Unusual
Tales of the Unusual as Director, Writer