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OCTOPUS

On set for a commercial, an actress is overcome with a stomachache after eating forbidden octopus. With her stuck in the bathroom, the production is left with a furious client, nervous producer, and a chaotic set.

Director
Isamu Hirabayashi
Time
0:24:24
Country
Japan
Genre
Comedy
Year
2015

Awards Nominations

Director

Isamu Hirabayashi

After working as a graphic designer, he became a commercial director and started making short films while directing commercials. As of 2019, he has made 20 short films including live action dramas, animations, and experimental films. His short films have received international recognition and have been screened at the Directors' Fortnight at the Cannes Film Festival, the Berlin International Film Festival, the Venice International Film Festival, the Locarno International Film Festival, and the Sundance Film Festival.2018, he made his first feature film “Shell and Joint" was completed.

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Screenings venue schedule Online Screenings / Ticket Reservation
VenuesOnline Grand TheaterApril 28th – June 30th

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