

The Ozu Diaries
Unveiling Yasujiro Ozu’s legacy through his personal diaries, letters, and interviews, the documentary delves into his life, creative process, and lasting impact on filmmaking.
Cast

Yasujirō Ozu
Self (archive footage)

Wim Wenders
Self

Kyōko Kagawa
Self

Kiyoshi Kurosawa
Self

Luc Dardenne
Self

Tsai Ming-liang
Self
Akiko Ozu
Self
Isao Shirosawa
Self

Shizuo Yamanouchi
Self
Michiko Yamanouchi
Self
Mitsuyoshi Fujimori
Self

Kōgo Noda
Self (archive footage)
Storyline
Unveiling Yasujiro Ozu’s legacy through his personal diaries, letters, and interviews, the documentary delves into his life, creative process, and lasting impact on filmmaking.
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