Shoichi Masuo
Born February 24, 1960·Died July 24, 2017 (at 57)·Tōkyō, Japan·Male
Biography
Shōichi Masuo was a Japanese animator, animation director, and director renowned for his contributions to the anime industry. He began his career in the late 1970s and became known for his work on series such as Gunbuster (1988) and Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995), where he served as an animation director and key animator.
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Masuo was acclaimed for his dynamic action sequences and mechanical designs. In addition to his animation work, he directed the OVA series Aim for the Top 2! (2004). Masuo's influence extended through his mentorship of younger animators and his dedication to advancing the quality of animation in Japan.
Known for
the most rated titles across all credits
Filmography
72 credits across 62 titlesDirecting
22 creditsWriting
1 creditArt
3 creditsVisual Effects
44 creditsCrew
1 creditAs self
1 creditTalk shows, festival coverage and documentary appearances, kept out of the acting list.
