Nobuaki Shimamoto

Nobuaki Shimamoto

52 · Born: Dec 24, 1972

2020

Personal Details

BornDec 24, 1972 Tokyo, Japan

Biography

Nobuaki Shimamoto, a Japanese thespian of great renown, has garnered widespread acclaim for his exceptional performance as Minegishi in the highly acclaimed cinematic endeavour, Bullet Train. Hailing from the vibrant metropolis of Tokyo, Japan, Shimamoto's career trajectory began to unfold when he made the bold decision to relocate to Sydney, Australia in the year 2003. This seemingly chance relocation proved to be a turning point in his life, as it inadvertently led to his introduction to the world of acting.

Notable individual Shimamoto's professional journey commenced with a pivotal moment, securing the lead role in the short film "Fish out of Water" in the year 2003, subsequently paving the way for a distinguished career path. His extensive repertoire showcases an impressive array of notable productions, including the blockbuster film "The Wolverine", released in 2012, as well as the critically acclaimed "The Railway Man", also released in 2012.

The crowning moment of his illustrious career arrived when he was bestowed with the esteemed Best Actor accolade, a testament to his remarkable talent and dedication, as a result of his awe-inspiring portrayal in the critically acclaimed production, Abandoned, which premiered at the prestigious Miami Web Fest in the year 2019.

Since relocating, Shimamoto has been blessed with a plethora of opportunities to collaborate on innovative and trailblazing productions, encompassing a diverse array of projects that have further solidified his reputation as a talented and versatile individual within the industry.

Notably, he has had the privilege of working on the critically acclaimed production, My Alien Girlfriend, which premiered in 2019 and showcased his exceptional skills as a professional in the field.

In the following year, Shimamoto was involved in the production of Devil in a Dress, a captivating and thought-provoking project that allowed him to flex his creative muscles and push the boundaries of his artistic expression.

In 2020, he also had the opportunity to work on Primitive, a groundbreaking production that further demonstrated his ability to adapt to new and challenging situations, and Beckman, a project that showcased his exceptional attention to detail and commitment to excellence.

Furthermore, Shimamoto's impressive portfolio of work includes the production of Superhot, a visually stunning and action-packed project that showcased his exceptional skills as a professional in the industry.

In 2022, he had the privilege of working on Yae The Blind Samurai Woman, a captivating and emotionally charged production that allowed him to explore new depths of creativity and expression.

Additionally, Shimamoto was also involved in the production of Bullet Train, a high-octane and adrenaline-fueled project that showcased his exceptional ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

With many more exciting projects on the horizon, Shimamoto's future looks bright, and his reputation as a talented and dedicated professional in the industry continues to grow and flourish.

Career

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2022
Bullet Train
Bullet Train as Minegishi
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2021
Super Hot
Super Hot as Van Helsing
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2020
Beckman
Beckman as Terence The Administrator
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2019
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2017
Top Knot Detective
Top Knot Detective as Detective Oshiro
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2016
Hacksaw Ridge
Hacksaw Ridge as Japanese Officer
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2015
Terminus
Terminus as Field Scientist