Yoko Okumura
American director
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Yoko Okumura (born December 9, 1987) is a Japanese-American filmmaker. She is best known for directing the horror film Unseen (2023).
Yoko Okumura | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 9, 1987 |
| Occupations | Director, Writer, Filmmaker |
| Years active | 2005-present |
| Notable work | The Bold Type, Good Trouble, Unseen |
| Website | yokookumura |
Biography
Okumura was born in a Buddhist temple in Japan, and was raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota.[2]
She attended both CalArts and American Film Institute, whilst at the latter, her student short film, "Kimi Kabuki" won multiple awards, including a DGA Student Film Award and got her an agent and manager.[3][4]
Yoko is the daughter of Soto Zen priest Shohaku Okumura. [5]
Career
Okumura began her filmmaking career directing episodes for the television series 50 States of Fright, The Bold Type and Good Trouble.[6]
She made her feature film directorial debut with the 2023 horror film Unseen, starring Midori Francis, Jolene Purdy and Missi Pyle. The film was released on March 7, 2023 by Blumhouse Television, Paramount Home Entertainment and MGM+.[7][8][9]
Filmography
TV series
| Year | Title | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 50 States of Fright | Episode "America's Largest Ball of Twine (Kansas)" | [10] |
| 2021 | The Bold Type | 2 episodes | [6] |
| 2021-2022 | Good Trouble | 2 episodes | |
Feature film