Steven LeFever
Biography
Steven LeFever was born in Guam. His passion for writing began at 16 when he took an interest in poetry. He moved to California at 19 to attend Cal State University, Long Beach. After graduating, he moved to Japan. He wrote and directed his first short film in 2015 titled “Håyi Gaitano Este: or What Does God Smell,” which was a recipient of the Gold Kahuna Award at Honolulu Film Awards for its portrayal of current socio-political issues his home Guam faces today. He now lives in Tokyo with his wife and two young sons working as a freelance actor and filmmaker.
Known For & Full Filmography4 Titles
Drama Series - 2010, 16 episodes • as Self - Presenter
Journeys in Japan provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan. English-speaking visitors travel the length of the country, exploring the culture, meeting the local people, visiting historic sites and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Keisuke Kuroda wakes up in a hospital bed unable to remember who he is. While sneaking out of the hospital, he sees a glimpse of the news and realizes that he is the Prime Minister of Japan. His approval rating was the lowest in the history of modern Japan. During a recent speech, a citizen had thrown a rock at him causing him to lose his memory. Keisuke Kuroda’s subordinate takes him to the official residence of the prime minister where he tries to implement changes to the country. The only people aware that he has lost his memory are his three secretaries.
Movie - 2016, 2h 15m • as The Victim
The film tells about a part of a famous urban legend, which is believed to be based on true events. A strange character walking around the empty streets was terrifying locals in 70s-80s of the last century. Rumors of alleged sightings began spreading around the Nagasaki prefecture, then spread throughout Japan and caused panic in many towns.
Movie - 2020, 2h 15m • as Womanizer
Darren comes to Tokyo to attend his best friend's funeral but gets mysteriously drugged and misses out, losing trust with the people he came with. With the help of a local woman, he attempts to piece back together the night before as well as himself.