Biography:

Makoto Kakeda is a Japanese actor recognized for his roles in several notable films. He appeared in Sonatine (1993), directed by Takeshi Kitano, portraying a member of the yakuza. Kakeda also featured in Cure (1997), a psychological thriller directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa, and Ring (1998), the influential horror film directed by Hideo Nakata. His performances have contributed to the success of these films, which are significant in Japanese cinema.