Sakura Ando

Sakura Ando is a highly acclaimed Japanese actress known for her versatile roles and strong screen presence. She gained recognition for her performances in independent and mainstream films alike. Notable works include "Love Exposure" (2008), where she showcased her unique acting style, and "100 Yen Love" (2014), for which she won the Japan Academy Prize for Best Actress. Ando's collaboration with director Hirokazu Kore-eda in "Shoplifters" (2018) brought her international acclaim, as the film won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. This role further cemented Ando's reputation as one of Japan's leading actresses. Her ability to embody a wide range of characters has made her a significant figure in contemporary Japanese cinema.