Kenji Endo
Acting
Biography
Kenji Endō (遠藤 賢司, Endō Kenji, January 13, 1947-October 25, 2017) was a singer-songwriter and musician born in Katsuta City, Ibaraki Prefecture (now Hitachinaka City). His nickname was Enken (エンケン).
Born: January 13, 1947
Place of Birth: Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan
Known For
Iden & Tity
If you loved movies such as Shonen Merikensack and GS Wonderland, then this one, which predates the former, will impress you as well. The story is set in the 80s rock scene and revolves around Nakajima (Kazunobu Mineta), the lead singer of a band called 'Speed Way'. Because he refuses to write trite, pop-friendly songs he is constantly at odds with his own record company. However, he refuses to bend on his rock principles simply for better record sales. The most interesting parts of this movie is how they pay homage to music icon, Bob Dylan who gave the filmmaker his blessing, which is no small feat itself, especially for a Japanese indie debut.
The Whispering Star
A feminine android delivers packages to scattered humans throughout the galaxy. With years to spare, the android and us have time to contemplate the meaning of being human.
To Sleep So as to Dream
An aging silent film actress hires a private eye and his wacky but helpful assistant to track down her missing daughter, Bellflower. The two follow a succession of bizarre, obscure clues, until they track down the location of the kidnappers and the daughter.
Maruyama, the Middle Schooler
Katsuya Maruyama is a middle school student boy full of obscene thoughts. He then meets Tatsuo Shimoi, a single father who moves into the same apartment complex. Tatsuo Shimoi is a bit of an enigma: he doesn't get along with the housewives in the apartment complex and doesn't appear to work. Through his encounter with the mysterious single father, Katsuya grows as a person.
Hellywood
In the far-off future of 2001, a young boy from outer space lands on earth inside a flying peach. The boy (named Apple) is adopted by a Catholic priest, but soon disappears. Three schoolgirls decide to search for him, and soon find evidence that he is being held captive in a trendy dance club. What is the club owner doing with him, and will his adopted father ever see him again?
MOONRIDERS THE MOVIE: PASSION MANIACS
30 years of the band, 30 years of Japanese rock. The story of passion toward the band and music.
Sasurai
A 15-year-old boy, Hiroshi, wanders about in atmospheric early-1970s Japan. It is a drama that depicts human encounters in exploration of the meaning of life.
Filmography
as Tired Hitman
as Inoue's grandfather
as Man at Candy Store
as Himself