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Kenji Tanigaki (谷垣 健治, Tanigaki Kenji, born 13 October 1970) is a Japanese action choreographer and film director best known for his works in Hong Kong action cinema and has expanded his career in Japanese cinema and Hollywood.
Born
October 13, 1970 (age 55)
Birthplace
Nara, Japan
Filmography
97 films, 1 show


The Living Dragon
2026
country: Japan
For more than half a century, Yasuaki Kurata has been one of the most prominent and singular Japanese actors in international action cinema. After becoming a major star in Hong Kong during the Golden Age of kung fu films - appearing alongside such icons as Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung, Jet Li and Donnie Yen - Kurata now marks both the 60th anniversary of his acting career and his 80th birthday with an ambitious and deeply personal new project, "The Living Dragon." Structured as an anthology of three interconnected stories, the film brings together leading action directors Koichi Sakamoto, Kenji Tanigaki and Yuji Shimomura - all former members of the Kurata Action Club, who went on to earn their own fame in Japan and abroad. Moving between realism, fantasy and memory, the stories they've written for their sifu revolve around aging, unrealized dreams and the enduring spirit of those who continue to devote themselves to cinema.


The Furious
2026 · 1h 53m
country: Hong Kong
After a criminal network kidnaps Wang Wei's daughter and the corrupt police refuse to assist him, Wei sets out on his own to locate her. Navin, a tenacious journalist whose wife has mysteriously vanished, is his only ally. In this explosive martial arts showdown, the unlikely duo fights the kidnappers ruthlessly driven by a furious vengeance.


Hong Kong Classics Reimagined
2024 · 51m
country: Unknown
A documentary that takes audiences on a captivating journey into uncharted territories, pushing the boundaries of filmmaking and advancing the art form. It serves as a captivating window for audiences to appreciate the unique charm and cultural richness of Hong Kong cinema.


Enter the Fat Dragon
2020 · 1h 36m
country: Hong Kong
After being dumped by his fiancé, heartbroken Hong Kong police officer Fallon Zhu gains 200+ pounds. His superiors demote him to the job of escorting convicts to Japan. When a convict in his custody mysteriously dies, he must team up with citizen Thor to solve the mystery.


Legend of Seven Monks
2006 · 1h 32m
country: Japan
Two of the greatest names in the world of Japanese Action Cinema are reunited in the latest film from Japan's action maestro, Kenji Tanigaki. One is "the streetfighter" himself Sonny J.J. Chiba most recently seen in Kill Bill, while the other is Yasuaki Kurata from Fist of Legend, Legend of A Fighter and many other Hong Kong classics. Legend of the Seven Monks brings the two master martial artists together for one final time. Only thier destiny awaits.


Amazons Dragon Woman vs. Kunoichi
2005 · 1h 12m
country: Japan
One day, Rinrei also known as the Dragon takes on a mission from three sisters who live in the old estate down the road. Their mission is to act as the bodyguard of the sisters as they take their ill father to the doctors. The reward is vast.


Shinobi 4: A Way Out
2003 · 1h 20m
country: Japan
The country of Iga is deep in the throws of war. With smaller villages falling one by one, the largest families are in position to vie for their share of the power. Sankai of Minamiyama has his sinister eyes fixed – not only on total control of the area, but on Kagerou as well. After fleeing the village of Shiroyama, Kagerou and Aoi have been relentlessly hunted. And now, with the civil war in full flux, and Aoi in enemy hands, it is time for one last attempt to escape the clutches of the deadly Shinobi hierarchy – or die trying. They are all alone. They can trust no one. They must find a way out.
Shinobi 3: Hidden Techniques
Shinobi 3: Hidden Techniques
2003 · 1h 13m
country: Japan
Hunted. Kagerou and Aoi have managed to escape the powerful clutches of Shuuzan and his men as well as the vengeful rage of Jinsei - the Shinobi Murderer. But, their troubles are far from over. If Kagerou and Aoi are to have any hopes of survival, they must get out of Iga. But between themselves and the border stands a barrier of both friends and enemies - neither of which can they trust.
Shinobi 2: Runaway
Shinobi 2: Runaway
2002 · 1h 13m
country: Japan
Kagerou and Aoi have become fugitives. Not only are they being pursued by the Shinobi of Shiroyama, they must also escape assassins hailing from all the families of Iga. With a conspiracy brewing and surrounded by betrayal, Kagerou and Aoi are left to search for the sincerity of their allegiances as well as asylum from their hunters.
Shinobi: The Law of Shinobi
Shinobi: The Law of Shinobi
2002 · 1h 20m
country: Japan
In the world of the Ninja, fighting skills play a small role in one's rank in the Shinobi order. Kageru is the best in his class, but his birth predestines him to the lower class. His friend Aoi is dealt the same fate; together they'll have to question themselves.


Battle of Race Queen
2001 · 1h 15m
country: Japan
One day, more than 30 race queens were gathered on an uninhabited island. It was a mention of a photo session, but the manager is not allowed and there is not even a shooting staff on the island. In the midst of a disturbing atmosphere, a mysterious announcement called "Kill each other now" suddenly echoed throughout the island. Mariko Yokosuka, who is a high-flying car, was the first to take the machine gun from the provided weapons and shot and killed many women who were there. Atsuko Sakuraba, who escaped hardship, goes into the forest to find her friend Ushikawa. But what was waiting there was a mortal battle of feud and betrayal, jealousy and hatred swirling. Will the Sakuraba who joined can survive this terrible battle!?