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Substack
An intimate documentary following a year in the lives of Minor and Dulmi, two Japanese 20-something year olds. From motherhood to mental health, the documentary follows the vulnerability and beauty of transitions, liminality and youth.
Directed by Kien
Written by Leiya & Kien
Produced by Pump Management
Screenplay
In an attempt to come to terms with her mother's death, Fumiko decides to travel to Kamakura with Yume to scatter her mother’s ashes in the sea. But their plan is derailed when Yume is detained by immigration, thrusting the two into the trenches of Japan’s harsh immigrant policy.
Role: Mohammed Yume
Directed by Kensho Sakamoto
Written by Kensho Sakamoto, Yui Minegishi, Chisato Yokoo
Produced by Tokyo University of the Arts
Acting
In Japan's contradictory cultural landscape, 23 year old Kokoro confronts identity and belonging to forge her unique path and unearth profound, personal answers.
Role: Misa
Directed by Hotta Hideto
Written by Leiya
Produced by Geek Pictures & FUJI TV
Screenplay
Acting