Title

MAHORA

Synopsis

The story takes place in modern day Japan. A long, long time ago, a child was sacrificed to stop a big river from flooding. That child comes back as a yokai (Japanese monster). The yokai wants to take revenge onpeople. Oneday, two high school girls visit the place to test their courage. This is the yokai big chance to scare them! Instead of being scared, however, the girls love the yokai. To them, the yokai looks very cute.

They have a fun idea - “Let’s make videos together and become famous online!” The yokai is surprised by the modern world. The girls are surprised by the yokai. Together, they create funny and warm moments. This is a comedy about friendship, kindness, and understanding each other - even if one of you is not a human but a yokai.

Characters

Identity

Category

Short film

Audiences

Young adults (16 to 18 years old), Adults (18 years old+)

Duration

50 min

Countries

Japan

Credits

Creator

Ayumi Moriyama

Director

Ayumi Moriyama