Chronus
Makoto Nakazono is a high school student with a small dark secret. Since he was little, he has had the mysterious power to see "black entities" that steal souls. One day, he is suddenly interrogated by one of the "black entities," Akira Seno: "Will you get in our way?" But Makoto replies with an air of resignation, "There's nothing I can do anyway, so I won't." At that moment, Makoto didn't notice the threatening shadow approaching his childhood friend Hazuki...
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Plot Summary
A scientist working on a time-travel project discovers a way to view the past through memories. However, his experiments lead him to uncover a dark secret about his own life, forcing him to confront a terrifying reality. As he delves deeper, the lines between past and present blur, and he must race against time to prevent a catastrophic event. The short film explores themes of memory, regret, and the consequences of altering one's own history.
Critical Reception
Chronus has been praised for its ambitious concept and effective execution within its short runtime. Reviewers often highlight its compelling narrative, strong performances, and suspenseful atmosphere, noting its ability to deliver a thought-provoking sci-fi experience. While some found the ending open to interpretation, the overall reception was positive, particularly among fans of intelligent, low-budget science fiction.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intricate and suspenseful plot.
- Applauded for strong performances despite a limited budget.
- Noted for its compelling exploration of time travel and memory.
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Fun Fact
The short film was developed as part of a program to find new talent, with director Eric Guaglione later going on to direct feature films.
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