He went on to create films displaying his unique sense of satire such as "Kokushi Muso" and "Kakita AKANISHI" to become considered one of the greatest intellectual directors in the industry.
以後『国士無双』『赤西蠣太』など独特の風刺の効いた作品を発表し、映画界随一の「知性派」として大監督のひとりに数えられた。