Shoichi Masuo
Biography
Shoichi Masuo was a Japanese animator and director. His stage name is Shôichi Masuo, also known as Shô. He was born on February 24, 1960, in Tōkyō, Japan. Masuo was known for his directing work, with 64 known credits. He passed away on July 24, 2017, at the age of 57. Masuo's contributions to the anime industry included his work on series such as Gunbuster and Neon Genesis Evangelion, where he served as an animation director and key animator. He also directed the OVA series Aim for the Top 2!. Masuo's influence extended through his mentorship of younger animators and his dedication to advancing the quality of animation in Japan.
Career overview
Shoichi Masuo was a Japanese animator and director. He began his career in the late 1970s. Masuo worked on several notable anime series, including Gunbuster and Neon Genesis Evangelion. He served as an animation director and key animator on these projects, and was recognized for his dynamic action sequences and mechanical designs.
In addition to his work on television series, Masuo directed the OVA series Aim for the Top 2. This project showcased his ability to create engaging animation, and further solidified his reputation as a skilled director. Throughout his career, Masuo was known for his dedication to advancing the quality of animation in Japan.
Masuo's influence extended beyond his own work, as he also served as a mentor to younger animators. His guidance and expertise helped to shape the next generation of animators, and his legacy continues to be felt in the anime industry. Masuo passed away on July 24, 2017, at the age of 57.
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Full Filmography
74 titles- Star Blazers: Space Battleship Yamato 2199 (2013) Key Animation
- Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo (2012) Key Animation
- Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance (2009) Key Animation
- Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone (2007) Special Effects
- Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone (2007) Key Animation
- Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea (2006) Key Animation
- Origin: Spirits of the Past (2006) Key Animation
- Brave Story (2006) Animation
- Gunbuster: The Movie (2006) Director
- Gunbuster vs Diebuster: Aim for the Top! The GATTAI!! Movie (2006) Director
- Submarine 707 Revolution (2006) Director
- Kishin Houkou Demonbane (2004) Director
- Submarine 707R (2003) Series Director
- Yukikaze (2002) Key Animation
- A Tree of Palme (2002) Key Animation
- Final Fantasy: Unlimited (2001) Key Animation
- Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time (2001) Key Animation
- VanDread (2000) Key Animation
- Pokémon 3: The Movie (2000) Key Animation
- Meltylancer: The Animation (1999) Key Animation
- His and Her Circumstances (1998) Key Animation
- Pokémon: The First Movie (1998) Key Animation
- EVANGELION: DEATH (TRUE)² (1998) Director
- Revival of Evangelion (1998) Director
- Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion (1997) Key Animation
- Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death and Rebirth (1997) Director
- Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death and Rebirth (1997) Key Animation
- Baby and Me (1996) Director
- Shamanic Princess (1996) Key Animation
- Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995) Director
- Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995) Key Animation
- Super Atragon (1995) Key Animation
- Yuuwaku Countdown (1995) Director
- The Irresponsible Captain Tylor (1993) Key Animation
- Crimson Wolf (1993) Storyboard Artist
- Crimson Wolf (1993) Director
- Crimson Wolf (1993) Key Animation
- Crimson Wolf (1993) Screenplay
- 紅狼 ホンラン (1993) Director
- Giant Robo: The Day the Earth Stood Still (1992) Key Animation
- All Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku (1992) Director
- Doomed Megalopolis (1991) Key Animation
- Otaku no Video (1991) Director
- Leda - The Fantastic Adventure of Yohko (1991) Animation
- Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - The Motion Picture (1991) Key Animation
- Silent Möbius (1991) Key Animation
- Exper Zenon (1991) Key Animation
- Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story I (1991) Director
- Otaku no Video (1991) Director
- Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story III (1991) Animation Director
- Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water - Nautilus Story II (1991) Director
- Otaku no Video 1982 (1991) Director
- Moonlight Pierce (1991) Key Animation
- Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water (1990) Director
- Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water (1990) Storyboard Artist
- Nadia: The Secret of Blue Water (1990) Key Animation
- Angel Cop (1989) Key Animation
- Angel Cop (1989) Storyboard Artist
- Baoh: The Visitor (1989) Key Animation
- Akira (1988) Key Animation
- Gunbuster (1988) Director
- Gunbuster (1988) Key Animation
- Hades Project Zeorymer (1988) Key Animation
- Project A-Ko 3: Cinderella Rhapsody (1988) Director
- Dirty Pair OVA (1987) Opening/Ending Animation
- Royal Space Force - The Wings of Honneamise (1987) Assistant Director
- Project A-Ko (1986) Key Animation
- Project A-ko: Secret File (1986) as Self
- Dirty Pair (1985) Key Animation
- Magical Emi, the Magic Star (1985) Key Animation
- Fight!! Iczer-One (1985) Key Animation
- Urusei Yatsura: Remember My Love (1985) Key Animation
- Cream Lemon (1984) Key Animation
- Urusei Yatsura (1981) Key Animation
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Shoichi Masuo best known for?
Shoichi Masuo is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Star Blazers: Space Battleship Yamato 2199 (2013), Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo (2012), Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance (2009), Evangelion: 1.0 You Are (Not) Alone (2007).
When and where was Shoichi Masuo born?
Shoichi Masuo was born on February 24, 1960 in Tōkyō, Japan. They passed away on July 24, 2017.
How many credits does Shoichi Masuo have?
Shoichi Masuo has accumulated over 74 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2013.
What is Shoichi Masuo's background in cinema and television?
Shoichi Masuo was a Japanese animator and director. His stage name is Shôichi Masuo, also known as Shô. He was born on February 24, 1960, in Tōkyō, Japan. Masuo was known for his directing work, with 64 known credits. He passed away on July 24, 2017, at the age of 57. Masuo's contributions to the anime industry include...