I can't single out one thing that influenced me. My generation was influenced greatly by the manga that came out during our childhood.
Takashi MiikeIf you're trying to be realistic and bring real life to the screen, you are going to have different elements. That's what I'm trying to do. As I make the movie, different elements come in naturally.
Takashi MiikeFilmmaking is not a balancing act, although some directors think it is. I don't believe in it. I like ups and downs. They're the best way to translate my feelings to the screen.
Takashi Miike