Actor / Filmmaker.
While continuing his work in theatre and film, he founded the family-based creative unit The Expressive Muraoka Family in 2020 and began directing films. Inspired by family and true stories, his work portrays subtle emotional currents within everyday life.
His films have received awards and official selections at 12 film festivals across 6 countries, with MError receiving recognition both in Japan and internationally.
■Director’s Filmography
2020|Family Farewell|Director, Screenwriter, Cinematographer, Editor, Actor
Official Selection, MIRRORLIAR FILMS Short Film Project
2021|Family Newgraphy|Director, Screenwriter, Cinematographer, Editor, Actor
Special Jury Prize, Kanagawa Virtual Open Zone 2021
2022|To You Who Fights|Director, Screenwriter, Cinematographer, Editor
Commissioned by Kanagawa Prefecture as a PR Short Film for the Virtual Open Zone
2024|MError|Director, Screenwriter, Editor, Actor
Official Selection, 11th Japan Serbia Film Festival
2nd Prize, 24th Tateshina Highlands Film Festival – Short Film Competition
Winner of 5 Categories, Good Vibes International Film Festival 2025
Official Selection, Obu Film Festival 2026
2025|Rodan Muraoka|Director, Screenwriter, Cinematographer, Editor
Official Nominee, Nikon Presents – Vertical Movie Award 2025
Honorable Mention, Tijuana Vertical Film Festival 2025
Official Selection, Vertical Vision International Film Festival 2025
Official Selection, Liberty Films Festival 2026
2026|Yuri Muraoka|Director, Screenwriter, Cinematographer, Editor
Official Nominee, Nikon Presents – Vertical Movie Award 2026
Shortlisted, CyberAgent Vertical Award, SSFF & ASIA 2026