Sion Sono - Actor Profile

Sion Sono

Directing
Updated: May 15, 2026
36Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 18, 1961
Birth Place: Toyokawa, Aichi, Japan

About Sion Sono

Sion Sono (園 子温 Sono Shion, born December 18, 1961) is a Japanese filmmaker, author and poet. Best known on the festival circuit for the film Love Exposure (2008), he has been called "the most subversive filmmaker working in Japanese cinema today".

Sion Sono Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Sion Sono reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Sion Sono's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 11% of Sion Sono's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains I Hate You... Not, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Sion Sono Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Sion Sono's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Sion Sono has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 ami. exe・2nd atom The Dream Man Flop Similar →
2017 ami. exe The Dream Man Flop Similar →
2016 The Sion Sono Self Average Similar →
2016 Making of Antiporno self Flop Similar →
2015 Making of Tokyo Tribe Self Flop Similar →
2015 All Esper Dayo! Special Edition - Esper, Go to City Cameo Average Similar →
2013 Venice 70: Future Reloaded Self (segment Sion Sono) Flop Similar →
2013 Making of Land of Hope Self Flop Similar →
2012 BAD FILM Shiro Hit Similar →
2012 Making of Himizu Self Flop Similar →
2012 Tokyo Gagaga self Flop Similar →
2010 Making of Love Exposure Self Hit Similar →
2008 Tokyo Gore Police - Average Similar →
2008 The Making of Noriko’s Dinner Table Himself Flop Similar →
2007 Himiko-san - Flop Similar →
2007 The Insects Unlisted in the Encyclopedia - Hit Similar →
2006 Teruo Ishii Fan Club - Flop Similar →
2006 Damejin Golden Child (voice) Flop Similar →
2005 Strange Days: The Making of Strange Circus - Flop Similar →
2005 Making of Hazard himself Flop Similar →
2005 HAZARDOUS: An interview with Sion Sono Self Flop Similar →
2004 Virtual Love Masao Flop Similar →
2004 Jun Natsukawa - Virtual Love Behind-the-Scenes himself Flop Similar →
2001 Blind Beast vs Killer Dwarf - Flop Similar →
2000 Teachers of Sexual Play: Modelling Vessels with the Female Body Tetsuya Flop Similar →
1999 Horny Couple: Wants to Sip - Flop Similar →
1994 Otaku - Children of the Virtual Empire Self Flop Similar →
1994 Heaven's Trumpet - Flop Similar →
1991 I Hate You... Not - Super Hit Similar →
1990 Bicycle Sighs Shiro Average Similar →
1988 Decisive Match! Girls Dorm Against Boys Dorm - Flop Similar →
1987 A Man's Flower Road The Man in the Red Coat Flop Similar →
1986 Love - Flop Similar →
1986 Happiness Avenue - Flop Similar →
1985 I Am Sono Sion! Himself Flop Similar →
1984 Love Song - Flop Similar →

Sion Sono - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Sion Sono?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sion Sono is "I Hate You... Not" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Sion Sono acted in?

Sion Sono has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Sion Sono?

Other notable films include "BAD FILM", "Making of Love Exposure", and "The Insects Unlisted in the Encyclopedia".

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