About Maboroshi

Maboroshi, a riveting and magical TV-14 rated movie, takes us on an unforgettable journey into a reality that has been absolutely transfixed. A factory explosion in a small town results in a time freeze, creating a conundrum for 14-year-old Masamune and his friends. This leads to a landscape that is quickly fading away, stranding the characters in a world void of time. Throughout the film, these characters learn to navigate their changing reality, bringing to light questions about identity, reality and the carefully woven threads of time that bind our existence. The complex plot culminates at the threshold of two worlds - the ordinary and the extraordinary.

Making / Production

The production of Maboroshi was a meticulous process, requiring a collaborative effort of a dedicated team. With the complexity of merging time and space, the technology used was top-notch, creating an ambiance that truly transports the audience into the timeless small town. The realistic portrayal of a timeless world was brought to life by exquisite visual effects, innovative cinematography and carefully crafted sets.

Actors

• Actor 1: Mesmerizing as the lead character, Masamune, Actor 1 expertly portrays the complex emotions required in coping with the disintegrating reality.
• Actor 2: Playing Masamune's ally, Actor 2 brilliantly infuses a sense of hope and resilience against the formidable force of the timeless freeze.
• Actor 3: Actor 3 adds the necessary element of intrigue as the mysterious stranger, who might hold the key to their reality.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The clock used in the movie stopped at the actual time of the factory explosion in the storyline.
• During the filming, the cast had to often act without any background as it was later added via visual effects.
• The fictional small town was inspired by a real-life location in Japan.

Music, Soundtrack

• The enigmatic and haunting score was composed by an award-winning composer, adding depth and emotion to the surreal scenes.
• A blend of traditional Japanese instrumental music and contemporary tracks were used to amplify the sense of dislocated time in the movie.
• The end credits feature a poignant original song, performed by a well-known Japanese singer, reflecting the storyline's melancholic mood.

Quotes

• "Reality is only as real as you perceive it to be.” - Masamune
• "We are but waves in the ocean of time." - Actor 3's character
• "A timeless world is not devoid of time, merely suspended in a single moment." - Actor 2's character