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Little Miss Sumo (2018)

October 18, 2018 (JP) Documentary • 18m

Overview

In an ancient sport traditionally reserved for men, 20-year-old female sumo prodigy Hiyori attempts to revolutionize Japan’s national pastime.

Director

Matthew Kay

Writer

Matthew Kay

Top Billed

Hiyori Kon

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Top Billed Cast

Hiyori Kon
Hiyori Kon

Hiyori Kon

Crew
David Allen
David Allen

Camera Operator

Matthew Kay
Matthew Kay

Director of Photography

Matthew Kay
Matthew Kay

Screenplay

Dan Weinberg
Dan Weinberg

Sound Designer

Morgan Muse
Morgan Muse

Sound Designer

'Tiger' Che Wei Laio
'Tiger' Che Wei Laio

Assistant Camera

Karina Michel
Karina Michel

Executive Producer

You Lung Lo
You Lung Lo

Sound Recordist

Andrew Harris
Andrew Harris

Assistant Sound Designer

David Woo
David Woo

Camera Operator

Carol Ann Duffy
Carol Ann Duffy

Associate Producer

J. Durand
J. Durand

Associate Producer

Kate West
Kate West

Associate Producer

Andres Del Caño
Andres Del Caño

Online Editor

Ai Hanadate
Ai Hanadate

Translator

Emma Corbett
Emma Corbett

Digital Intermediate Editor

Andres Del Caño
Andres Del Caño

Title Designer

Angeli Macfarlane
Angeli Macfarlane

Development Producer

Chi Thai
Chi Thai

Executive Producer

Shen Lin
Shen Lin

Camera Operator

Anna Jaskiewicz
Anna Jaskiewicz

Music Coordinator

Andrew Carver
Andrew Carver

Second Unit Director

Jim Jagger
Jim Jagger

Associate Producer

Elliot V. Kotek
Elliot V. Kotek

Executive Producer

Omar Figueroa
Omar Figueroa

Associate Producer



Reviews

Alunauwie

⭐ 8/10

September 30, 2025

This documentary presents a rare and compelling perspective on women's roles in sumo, challenging traditional norms in a male-dominated sport. While the storytelling is systematic, it lacks depth in background and expert insights that could strengthen its gender equality theme. Despite missed opportunities for richer exploration, it remains an engaging and thought-provoking watch.

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Status

Released

Original Language

EN

Budget

Revenue

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