Black Ox

Black Ox is a drama that follows a man as he moves from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle in the mountains to living on a farm. After encountering an ox, he manages to bring the animal back to his home. The two form a bond, with the animal remaining his companion through the passing seasons.

The film was directed by Tetsuichirô Tsuta, who also served as a producer and co-writer alongside Masayuki Ueda and Koichi Kubodera. This co-production between Taiwan and Japan features Fukuyo in the role of the Ox. The movie has a runtime of 114 minutes and was released on November 8, 2024. It was produced by several companies, including Cinema Inutile, Cineric Creative, Fourier Films Inc., and Nikoniko Film.