Kazumi Tanaka

Acting

Kazumi Tanaka

Born August 11, 1951 · Suginami, Tokyo, Japan

Died December 20, 2007 · aged 56

No biography available.

Known For

AkiraAkira · 1988
Akira
7.91988
MovieAnimationScience Fiction
A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop.
Little Nemo: Adventures in SlumberlandLittle Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland · 1989
Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland
6.91989
MovieAdventureAnimation
A little boy whose dreams transcend reality is sucked into his own fantasy, which is everything he has dreamed of, until he unleashes an old secret that may not only destroy this perfect dream world but reality itself.
Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood RubiesDragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies · 1986
Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies
6.91986
MovieActionAnimation
The great King Gurumes is searching for the Dragon Balls in order to put a stop to his endless hunger. A young girl named Pansy who lives in the nearby village has had enough of the treachery and decides to seek Muten Rōshi for assistance. Can our heroes save the village and put a stop to the Gurumes Army?
Crying Freeman 2: Shades of Death, Part 1Crying Freeman 2: Shades of Death, Part 1 · 1989
Crying Freeman 2: Shades of Death, Part 1
5.71989
MovieAnimationAction
With the blessing of the 108 Dragons, Yo and Emu marry and receive new names, Ron Tayan and Fu Ching Ran. The elders send them to Macau to find out who's behind a new attack. Fu is kidnaped; at the same time, Baya San (the huge granddaughter of the 108 Dragons' aged leaders) demands to be the next head of the gang, not Ron. The childish Baya San has joined forces with the Macau gang, in league with the American mob. A surprise visitor from the US arrives where Fu is being held captive. Can Ron rescue her, find the traitor within the 108 Dragons, defeat his enemies, and bring discipline to Baya San? He must still face the angry and deadly girlfriend of the American visitor.
Vampire Hunter DVampire Hunter D · 1985
Vampire Hunter D
6.61985
MovieAnimationFantasy
In a far-future time ruled by the supernatural, a young girl requests the help of a vampire hunter to kill the vampire who has bitten her and thus prevent her from becoming a vampire herself.
Crying Freeman 5: Abduction in ChinatownCrying Freeman 5: Abduction in Chinatown · 1992
Crying Freeman 5: Abduction in Chinatown
5.71992
MovieAnimation
In L.A.'s Chinatown, the crime cartel known as K.O. hatches a plot to bring down Ron Tayan and the 108 Dragons. Ron joins forces with the computer-savvy daughter of the local boss; she tracks the attacking gang via electronics, Ron goes to their stronghold via plane. They are kidnapers of young children, using ransom money to fuel their other activities. The troops are ex-Green Berets; the leaders are Larry Park, an expatriate Yank, and Nina Heaven, a killer with a soft spot in her heart for Ron. He's her captive, but she wants him to be her partner. Meanwhile, Fu, armed with her Muramasa sword, and Dark Eyes arrive on the island surreptitiously. The battle lines are drawn.
Neo TokyoNeo Tokyo · 1989
Neo Tokyo
6.81989
MovieScience FictionAnimation
A trilogy of separate stories. In "Labyrinth labyrinthos", a girl and her cat enter a strange world. In "Running Man", a racer takes on the ultimate opponent. In "Construction Cancellation Order", a man must shut down worker robots.
Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation II: LoversMobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation II: Lovers · 2005
Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation II: Lovers
6.32005
MovieActionAnimation
Universal Century 0087. As the civil war between the AEUG and the Titans continues, Kamille meets a mysterious girl named Four. But his encounter with Four, one of the Titans' "cyber-Newtypes," fills his heart with anguish. The grief-stricken Kamille fights his way back to space to find the new mobile suit Zeta Gundam waiting for him. Meanwhile, Paptimus Scirocco, the man from Jupiter, has added his strength to that of the Titans. And a third power is finally making its move, in the form of the Zeon remnants of Axis... With enhanced animation and a theme song by GACKT, the tragic romance of Kamille and Four unfolds in this second part of the Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam feature trilogy.

Movies

AkiraAkira · 1988
Akira
7.91988
MovieAnimationScience Fiction
A secret military project endangers Neo-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath that only two teenagers and a group of psychics can stop.
Little Nemo: Adventures in SlumberlandLittle Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland · 1989
Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland
6.91989
MovieAdventureAnimation
A little boy whose dreams transcend reality is sucked into his own fantasy, which is everything he has dreamed of, until he unleashes an old secret that may not only destroy this perfect dream world but reality itself.
Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood RubiesDragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies · 1986
Dragon Ball: Curse of the Blood Rubies
6.91986
MovieActionAnimation
The great King Gurumes is searching for the Dragon Balls in order to put a stop to his endless hunger. A young girl named Pansy who lives in the nearby village has had enough of the treachery and decides to seek Muten Rōshi for assistance. Can our heroes save the village and put a stop to the Gurumes Army?
Crying Freeman 2: Shades of Death, Part 1Crying Freeman 2: Shades of Death, Part 1 · 1989
Crying Freeman 2: Shades of Death, Part 1
5.71989
MovieAnimationAction
With the blessing of the 108 Dragons, Yo and Emu marry and receive new names, Ron Tayan and Fu Ching Ran. The elders send them to Macau to find out who's behind a new attack. Fu is kidnaped; at the same time, Baya San (the huge granddaughter of the 108 Dragons' aged leaders) demands to be the next head of the gang, not Ron. The childish Baya San has joined forces with the Macau gang, in league with the American mob. A surprise visitor from the US arrives where Fu is being held captive. Can Ron rescue her, find the traitor within the 108 Dragons, defeat his enemies, and bring discipline to Baya San? He must still face the angry and deadly girlfriend of the American visitor.
Vampire Hunter DVampire Hunter D · 1985
Vampire Hunter D
6.61985
MovieAnimationFantasy
In a far-future time ruled by the supernatural, a young girl requests the help of a vampire hunter to kill the vampire who has bitten her and thus prevent her from becoming a vampire herself.
Crying Freeman 5: Abduction in ChinatownCrying Freeman 5: Abduction in Chinatown · 1992
Crying Freeman 5: Abduction in Chinatown
5.71992
MovieAnimation
In L.A.'s Chinatown, the crime cartel known as K.O. hatches a plot to bring down Ron Tayan and the 108 Dragons. Ron joins forces with the computer-savvy daughter of the local boss; she tracks the attacking gang via electronics, Ron goes to their stronghold via plane. They are kidnapers of young children, using ransom money to fuel their other activities. The troops are ex-Green Berets; the leaders are Larry Park, an expatriate Yank, and Nina Heaven, a killer with a soft spot in her heart for Ron. He's her captive, but she wants him to be her partner. Meanwhile, Fu, armed with her Muramasa sword, and Dark Eyes arrive on the island surreptitiously. The battle lines are drawn.
Neo TokyoNeo Tokyo · 1989
Neo Tokyo
6.81989
MovieScience FictionAnimation
A trilogy of separate stories. In "Labyrinth labyrinthos", a girl and her cat enter a strange world. In "Running Man", a racer takes on the ultimate opponent. In "Construction Cancellation Order", a man must shut down worker robots.
Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation II: LoversMobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation II: Lovers · 2005
Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation II: Lovers
6.32005
MovieActionAnimation
Universal Century 0087. As the civil war between the AEUG and the Titans continues, Kamille meets a mysterious girl named Four. But his encounter with Four, one of the Titans' "cyber-Newtypes," fills his heart with anguish. The grief-stricken Kamille fights his way back to space to find the new mobile suit Zeta Gundam waiting for him. Meanwhile, Paptimus Scirocco, the man from Jupiter, has added his strength to that of the Titans. And a third power is finally making its move, in the form of the Zeon remnants of Axis... With enhanced animation and a theme song by GACKT, the tragic romance of Kamille and Four unfolds in this second part of the Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam feature trilogy.
Dragon Ball: Sleeping Princess in Devil's CastleDragon Ball: Sleeping Princess in Devil's Castle · 1987
Dragon Ball: Sleeping Princess in Devil's Castle
6.71987
MovieActionAnimation
Goku and Kuririn are given an assignment by Kame-Sen'nin: "Retrieve the sleeping princess from Lucifer and I will take you as my students." But the mission proves to be more perilous than originally thought.
Goku II: Midnight EyeGoku II: Midnight Eye · 1989
Goku II: Midnight Eye
6.71989
MovieThrillerAction
Goku, the lone wolf private detective is back, contracted by Yoshiko, a mysterious, beautiful and very afraid woman, to find and save her brother, Ryu. Will Goku be able to protect Yoshiko from her step father's soldiers long enough to find her brother? Meanwhile Ryu, the unfortunate subject of a military experiment gone bad, leaves a trail of bodies behind him and has no intention of being found or saved by anyone. Will Goku have to kill the man he is supposed to save? Will even his omniscient cybernetic eye and sceptre be enough to help him defeat this indestructible killing machine?
Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation III: Love is the Pulse of the StarsMobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation III: Love is the Pulse of the Stars · 2006
Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam - A New Translation III: Love is the Pulse of the Stars
6.22006
MovieActionAnimation
Universal Century 0087, Char Aznable has now become the leader of the AEUG. Scirocco, the man from Jupiter, schemes to seize control of the Titans. Haman, the Axis leader, is attempting to restore the Zabi family. Through politics and strategy, these three powers struggle for dominion over the Earth Sphere. The war builds to a deadly endgame around the space colony Gryps 2, which has been converted into a giant laser cannon. What destiny awaits Kamille at the end of the conflict? This is the final part of the Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam feature trilogy, which features enhanced animation and theme songs by GACKT.
Twinbee PARADISETwinbee PARADISE · 1998
Twinbee PARADISE
4.01998
MovieAnimationScience Fiction
Pastel has been reduced in size after eating a batch of cookies containing a formula made by Dr. Mardock. There's little time before the "Miss Donburi" contest starts, and the cloud bells, which have the necessary power for restoring Pastel to her normal size, have been stolen by the legendary island ghost. The TwinBee Team sorts to retrieve them before time runs out!
Metal Gear Solid 3: ExistenceMetal Gear Solid 3: Existence · 2005
Metal Gear Solid 3: Existence
8.32005
MovieThrillerAction
A three and a half hour cut of Metal Gear Solid 3's cinematics featuring remastered sound. This is a version of the story presented as a film.
Riding BeanRiding Bean · 1989
Riding Bean
6.51989
MovieAnimationAction
Bean Bandit and his partner Rally Vincent are couriers for hire - transporting clients and delivering goods in his custom sports car "Roadbuster" for a hefty price. But when they are hired to escort a kidnapped girl named Chelsea to her home, they don't realize they're being framed for kidnapping as their former clients Semmerling and Carrie plan their escape with Chelsea's father and the ransom money.
Grappler Baki: The Ultimate FighterGrappler Baki: The Ultimate Fighter · 1994
Grappler Baki: The Ultimate Fighter
6.71994
MovieAnimationAction
His name is Baki Hanma. No one knows where he came from or where he learned his unique fighting style. When it comes to Karate, Baki Hanma is just plain GOOD. He can defeat an opponent with a single blow and he's taking the Karate Championship by storm. In a prestigious match, he defeats competitor after competitor even though he's totally unknown and barely even ranked. But now he's in for the fight of his life and he may have just met his match. Anything goes and his opponent can rip his nerves out -- literally. If he wins, he's the BEST. If he loses... he's DEAD.
Blood Reign: Curse of the YomaBlood Reign: Curse of the Yoma · 1989
Blood Reign: Curse of the Yoma
5.71989
MovieHorrorFantasy
A terrible war has ravaged the land, and now, fuelled by the blood of numerous fallen warriors the Yoma, demons from hell, emerge once more. A skilled ninja seeks to end the bloodshed these demons inflict upon humanity, but to do this he must fight against his undead former best friend and fellow ninja who was killed in battle and has been resurrected to serve the Yoma.
M.D. GeistM.D. Geist · 1986
M.D. Geist
5.01986
MovieScience FictionAction
Geist (the main character) is MD-02, a Most Dangerous Soldier, genetically engineered to function as a killing machine, but every one of the MDS units went homicidally insane. As a result Geist was placed in suspended animation in a stasis pod orbiting the planet Jerra until it crashed several years later, awakening him and bringing him into another war on the planet.
Odin: Starlight MutinyOdin: Starlight Mutiny · 1985
Odin: Starlight Mutiny
4.91985
MovieScience FictionAdventure
Odin centers around the novice crew of the laser sailing space schooner Starlight as they embark on an historic interstellar test flight. They are intercepted by what seems to be a wrecked spaceship only to find that it contains a lone survivor; a young woman named Sara Cyanbaker. Unknown to the crew at this time, a mechanized space fleet approaches Earth and a scout vessel from that fleet was responsible for the destruction of Sara's ship.
Kenya BoyKenya Boy · 1984
Kenya Boy
5.71984
MovieAnimationAdventure
An 11-year-old boy who goes to Africa with his father in 1941. Because he is Japanese, the father is detained by the British. The boy joins up with a beautiful native girl, and the adventure begins.
One Pound GospelOne Pound Gospel · 1988
One Pound Gospel
6.51988
MovieRomanceAction
Hatanaka Kosaku is a young boxer who has a major flaw, he can't stop eating. That weakness puts him into into heavier weight classes that put him against stronger boxers and even worse, he's prone to throw up when he gets a body blow, which drives potential opponents away. His coach is at his wit's end as he struggles to get this idiot to show some discipline in his training. The matter is complicated when a young nun feeds the "starving" boy after she finds him fainted on the streets during his enforced fast. She learns of her mistake and she tries to help him get ready for a fight, but his weakness for food and the odd relationship they share don't makes things easy.
Stray Dog: Kerberos Panzer CopsStray Dog: Kerberos Panzer Cops · 1991
Stray Dog: Kerberos Panzer Cops
6.41991
MovieScience FictionDrama
An elite police unit, rebelled against disarmament orders. Their leader Koichi escaped after the uprising. Years later, ex-member Inui seeks him, encountering unexpected twists. Upon finding Koichi, Inui realizes he's been manipulated.
Crying Freeman 3: Shades of Death, Part 2Crying Freeman 3: Shades of Death, Part 2 · 1990
Crying Freeman 3: Shades of Death, Part 2
6.41990
MovieAnimation
Ron Tayan now leads the 108 Dragons; Fu Ching Ran is his loyal wife. As their body tattoos show, he's the dragon, she's the tiger. The 108 Dragons are attacked by African Tusk, a syndicate intent on world control. Ron goes to Africa, dealing first with Shicaro, African Tusk's assassin, then with Jagone, its leader. Despite his success, he must still face Bugnug, Jagone's muscular and athletic military commander: Ron gives her a new name, Dark Eyes. Back in Hong Kong, Fu faces danger as well. A Muramasa sword with a dark history and, seemingly, its own demon spirit, falls into her hands. She seeks to tame it, and in the process, discovers her inner warrior identity
Tale of the EarthTale of the Earth · 1984
Tale of the Earth
6.01984
MovieAnimationScience Fiction
A youngster, Wil had a dissatisfaction to the society which the computer controls the total life of a person. One day he catches a strange telepathy from outer space.
The Guyver: Bio-Booster ArmorThe Guyver: Bio-Booster Armor · 1989
The Guyver: Bio-Booster Armor
6.01989
MovieScience FictionAnimation
Sho and his friend Tetsurou stumble upon an odd alien artifact while walking through the woods. Then, the alien artifact breaks free of its metallic bonds and enters Sho's body, turning him into the Guyver. With this new power, Sho must do battle with the evil Chronos corporation and their genetically enhanced Zoanoids, who seek to get the Guyver back into their labs. No one close to Sho is safe from Chronos. He must fight.

TV Shows

Dragon Ball ZDragon Ball Z · 1989
Dragon Ball Z
8.41989
SeriesAnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy
Now happily married and with a son, martial arts champion Goku must defend Earth from a series of extraterrestrial invaders bent on destruction.
Ranma ½Ranma ½ · 1989
Ranma ½
8.61989
SeriesComedy
Ranma Saotome, a teenage martial artist, and his father Genma travel to the 'cursed training ground' of Jusenkyo in China. There, despite the warnings of the Chinese guard, they fall into the cursed springs. From now on, whenever Ranma is doused in cold water, he turns into a girl and a cute, well-built redhead at that. Hot water changes him back into a man again, but only until the next time. To make matters worse, his father engages him to Akane Tendo, a girl who hates boys.
Spaceship SagittariusSpaceship Sagittarius · 1986
Spaceship Sagittarius
6.61986
SeriesAnimation
Uchūsen Sagittarius is a 77-episode Japanese science fiction anime series directed by Kazuyoshi Yokota and created by Nippon Animation and TV Asahi. It aired from January 10, 1986 to October 3, 1987. The series is based on Altri Mondi, an Italian comic book drawn by physicist Andrea Romol.
Grimm's Fairy Tale ClassicsGrimm's Fairy Tale Classics · 1987
Grimm's Fairy Tale Classics
8.31987
SeriesAnimation
Grimm's Fairy Tale Classics is a Japanese animated anthology series by Nippon Animation. The episodes are adaptations of a variety of folk and fairy tales, and not limited to Grimm's Fairy Tales.
Gekisou Sentai CarrangerGekisou Sentai Carranger · 1996
Gekisou Sentai Carranger
9.31996
SeriesSci-Fi & Fantasy
After the Bowzock, a ruthless — not to mention reckless — gang of interstellar biker thugs, destroy his home planet of Hazard, Dappu visits Earth where he discovers five humans with the ability to harness "Carmagic." With this power, these five heroes can defeat the Bowzock before the band of witless bikers is able to add Earth to its list of wrecked worlds.
BraigerBraiger · 1981
Braiger
5.81981
SeriesAnimation
Galaxy Cyclone Braiger is an anime series aired from 1981 to 1982 in Japan. There were 39 episodes aired. Other loosely translated names include "Braiger", "Bryger", "Brygar", "Galactic Whirlwind Bryger", "Galactic Cyclone Buraiger", "Cosmo Runner". It is the first series from the J9 Series.
Porphy's Long JourneyPorphy's Long Journey · 2008
Porphy's Long Journey
5.82008
SeriesAnimationDrama
Focuses on features a Greek boy named Porphyras Patagos (more fondly known as Porphy) and his sister Mina, who have been orphaned after a devastating earthquake which destroyed their home in Greece. The two decide to travel through Europe in search of a new home.
Crying FreemanCrying Freeman · 1988
Crying Freeman
7.41988
SeriesAnimation
Yo Hinomura was an ordinary Japanese potter when a run-in with a Chinese mafia changed his life forever. Now an assassin for the 108 Dragons, Yo is the perfect killing machine. As a sign for remorse over his victims, he sheds tears after eliminating his targets. Because of this, he is infamously known by the Dragons and every crime syndicate in the world as the "Crying Freeman."
Emergency Departure Rescue KidsEmergency Departure Rescue Kids · 1991
Emergency Departure Rescue Kids
4.51991
SeriesAnimation
Matsugorou is a vile doctor who plots out a plan to take over the world by commanding his own robotic army. The only chance the world has is a group of three brothers that make up a team called the Emergengy Departure Saver Kids.
Ghost Sweeper GS MikamiGhost Sweeper GS Mikami · 1993
Ghost Sweeper GS Mikami
7.91993
SeriesAnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy
Overdevelopment and crowding in Japan has forced many of its indigenous spirits and ghosts to lose their homes. Due to problems caused by the homeless spirits, a new profession was created, the Ghost Sweepers (GS). Private exorcists for hire, they serve only the highest bidder to survive in the cutthroat corporate world. Among this, the Mikami GS Company, led by 20-year-old Reiko Mikami and her two assistants, the 17-year-old boy Tadao Yokoshima and the ghost girl Okinu, is said to be the best.
MadaraMadara · 1991
Madara
7.01991
SeriesAnimation
Born of legendary origins, the young Madara has grown up in obscurity as an apprentice blacksmith. An encounter with the demonic Mouki reveals his destiny, and catapults him into the middle of a mystic quest. Madara fights for revenge with the help of freedom fighters, magical swords and Kirin, the master of the Majin. His goal is to defeat his brother and then overthrow his father, the despotic Miroku.
Fight!! Iczer-OneFight!! Iczer-One · 1985
Fight!! Iczer-One
5.11985
SeriesSci-Fi & Fantasy
The Earth has been targeted for invasion by the alien Cthuwulf. A young girl, Nagisa Kano, becomes the key to Earth's defense when she is forced to become the partner of Iczer-One, a lone rebel who is battling the alien invaders.
Ultraman Graffiti: Wild! Ultra CountryUltraman Graffiti: Wild! Ultra Country · 1990
Ultraman Graffiti: Wild! Ultra Country
1990
SeriesAnimationComedy
Six episodes Ultraman OVA anime released in 1990 in VHS Tape. The story follows Ultraman and his family in his daily life as a salaryman car seller.
Bewitching NozomiBewitching Nozomi · 1992
Bewitching Nozomi
6.31992
SeriesAnimation
Nozomi Egawa and Ryōtarō Shiba are the new high school students in town. As a matter of fact, they've just moved into houses next door to each other. In a chance encounter, Nozomi realizes that Ryōtarō has genius reflexes and vision, so urges him to join the boxing club to realize her dream of seeing her brother representing Japan in the Barcelona Olympics. This is the story of Ryōtarō's journey to make that dream a reality.
Red Fang: Blue SonnetRed Fang: Blue Sonnet · 1989
Red Fang: Blue Sonnet
7.51989
SeriesAnimation
Sonnet is a cyborg/esper from a harsh background and now trained to be the ultimate warrior and most powerful weapon in the world. She is sent to Japan to watch Komatsuzaki Lan, who is thought to be controlled by the rage of the esper Akai Kiba (Crimson Fang). Lan is a quiet girl who knows she`s different from everybody else and starts to show signs of Crimson Fang after comming into contact with Sonnet. In the course of fighting with Lan, Sonnet starts to rediscover her humanity. At the same time Lan has to fight to retain her humanity and control the Crimson Fang.