Heretic of Humor: The Hollywood-Classic-Inspired Comedy of Mitani Kōki

Mitani Kōki on the set of Galaxy Turnpike.

A shot from the “birth” scene of Galaxy Turnpike. © 2015 Fuji Television and Tōhō.

Mitani Kōki discussing his style of comedy that goes against the grain in Japan.

Mitani balances his work for TV and the theater with directing a film every two or three years. © 2015 Fuji Television and Tōhō.