Yuji Ueda is a Japanese film director and screenwriter known for his works in the horror and suspense genres. Born in Tokyo, Japan in 1957, Ueda studied at Nihon University College of Art and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1981.
Ueda's career as a film director began with the horror film, Shikoku, released in 1999. He went on to direct a number of other horror films, including Ju-On: The Grudge (2002), Marebito (2004), Retribution (2006), and The Complex (2013).
Ueda has also written several screenplays, including those for Ju-On: The Grudge, Marebito, and The Complex. His screenplays often focus on themes of horror and suspense, and many of his films have been met with critical acclaim.
In addition to his work in the horror genre, Ueda has directed several other films, such as the romantic drama The Summer in Chikuma River (2009) and the drama Yu Yu Hakusho: Ghost Files (2011). He has also written and directed a number of short films, including the award-winning drama A Light in the Dark (2011).
Ueda is known for his keen eye for detail and his ability to capture a mood in his films. His works often explore themes of grief, fear, and guilt, and he often uses his characters to explore these themes in a vivid and thoughtful fashion.
In addition to his film work, Ueda has also directed television series and music videos, as well as a stage production of the play The Frog Prince.
Ueda has won numerous awards for his work, including the Japan Academy Prize for Best Screenplay for Ju-On: The Grudge and the Best Director award at the Fantasia International Film Festival for The Complex.
Yuji Ueda is one of Japan's most accomplished directors, creating films that explore the depths of human emotions and our innermost fears. His works have been praised for their originality and his use of suspense and horror to create tense and thought-provoking stories.
