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by Santiago López Jover, Marcus H. Rosenmüller, Germany/Austria, 2021, 85' Original version with Italian subtitles The story, set in the 1960s in a small village in the Austrian hinterland, tells the story of the son of an innkeeper - known by everyone as the "Brat" - who continually clashes with the narrow-minded and ultra-Catholic mentality of his fellow citizens. A politically incorrect and funny animation, based on the life and works of the illustrator and cartoonist Manfred Deix. Entrance with ticket, pass and accreditation
Any Italian or foreign narrative animation film lasting 50 minutes or more. In order to qualify for this section the submitted project must be animated with any kind of technique, whether traditional or digital. Films that have been made available to the public elsewhere, including online, may not be accepted. This includes (but is not limited to) television, home video, streaming or any digital platform both in Italy and abroad. Films that have been invited to other festivals in Italy prior to September 1, 2021 but have notparticipated may compete in this category.
Any Italian or foreign narrative work created with the use of visual effects, lasting 50 minutes or more. To qualify for this section, the submitted project must use visual effects,whether using traditional or digital techniques. Films that weremade available to the public in other venues, including online, cannot be accepted. This includes (but is not limited to) television, home video, streaming or any digital platform both in Italy and abroad. Films that have been invited to other festivals in Italy prior to September 1, 2021 but have not participated may compete in this category.
Any Italian or foreign narrative animation film lasting less than 50 minutes with end credits. This category includes fiction, experimental, nonfictional or documentary works, music videos, or any other form of visual storytelling. Short films should not have premiere restrictions, nor be screenedin other festivals to be eligible forselection. All shorts that have already been presented at festivals or public events, aired on television or digital platforms, as well as home videos anywhere in the world, may be entered in this category.
Another major Japanese urban legend features as a secondary antagonist. Kuchisake-onna is depicted as an extremely powerful spirit who claims to be an "embodiment of fear" that can teleport across entire towns and absorb fear for power. Interestingly, her power in this lore is tied to how people perceive her. When Kongou reveals that she is nothing more than a "perverted and lustful woman," the psychological shift in how she is seen breaks her fear-based power, making her vulnerable to his "purification" method. She is noted as one of the few spirits who nearly defeated Kongou, requiring the help of several normal people to subdue.
The series is a dark, supernatural parody that subverts the classic Japanese urban legend of Hanako-san
The overarching plot follows Kongo Masurao, a muscular, modern Buddhist monk who uses unconventional—and highly explicit—methods to "exorcise" vengeful spirits.
As the purification reaches its zenith, the visual presentation in the EQ edition captures the literal breaking of Hanako-san's dark aura. The sequence uses highly detailed, fluidly animated transitions as her hyper-endowed, corrupted form slowly sheds its malicious power under the weight of Kongou's relentless spiritual output. Production Value and Audience Reception toilet no hanakosan vs kukkyou taimashi 04 extra quality
) is an adult-oriented (hentai) anime/manga series. The term "04 extra quality" typically refers to the fourth episode or volume, often in a high-definition or "uncensored" format distributed by online enthusiasts or specific publishers. Feature Overview
Rather than utilizing holy water or quiet prayers, a "kukkyou taimashi" uses physical dominance, brute strength, and specialized supernatural tactics to completely overpower and subjugate the ghost. This creates a stark, dark-comedy or intense action dynamic where the terrifying urban legend unexpectedly becomes the victim of an unstoppable force. 3. Episode 04 and "Extra Quality"
Specific scenes or chapters from the "Kukkyou Taimashi" series. Another major Japanese urban legend features as a
Comparative Summary (Concise)
The story follows , an incredibly muscular, unyielding exorcist who travels to haunted locations to purge malevolent spirits. Unlike traditional spiritualists who use talismans or incantations, Kongou uses overwhelming physical dominance to subdue supernatural entities.
: The Korean blog entry by "필나로" (Pillnaro) notes that the series was produced by Suzuki Mirano, a label known for its over-the-top stories, and that the episode was released in September 2021. Fansub groups may label their releases with "extra quality" to indicate improved subtitle accuracy or encoding. When Kongou reveals that she is nothing more
Toilet no Hanakosan, also known as "Hana-chan from the Toilet," is a manga series written and illustrated by Aiko Iwahara. The story revolves around the titular character, Hana-chan, a ghost who haunts a school toilet and her interactions with a male student, Torii. The series explores themes of loneliness, social anxiety, and the complexities of human relationships.
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A wide range of innovative works and immersive experiences will be considered for the Festival’s AR/VR program. We request that you provide documentation that outlines any specific logistical, spatial, or equipment needs for your project. Specific instructions for submitting different file types are contained within the application. The works realized prior to October 1, 2020 are not eligible to submit to this category.Questions regarding this specific program should be directed to
This section is for all sorts of innovative,immersive or multiple platform experiences. These projects may include mixed media products, multimedia installations, live film performances, creations designed for specific digital platforms, or a mix of all the above techniques. A precise documentation of the project features is required, specifying the space, technical background and instrumentsnecessary to realising the project. This section is intended to encourage the diverse creative community to propose innovative fiction or documentary projects. Works that have already been presented in other festivals/events may be nominated in this section, however the organisation reserves the right to carefully examinethe projects that will be premiered. If it includes interactive elements, we ask you to read carefully about the "AR/VR"section. If the project does not include any features from that category, please look at the othercategories as well. Works made before January 1, 2020 may not be entered in this category.
Any backstage video of visual effects made by Italian professionals or companies. There are no restrictions regarding previous screenings or previews that would prevent the admission to the competition. A backstage video that has already been shown to a wide audience online or in streaming, on TV or as home video, may still be submitted in this category. Works made before January 1, 2021 will not be accepted.
Any animated commercial or ADV realized by Italian companies/professionals. The works have no premiere requirements or prior screening restrictions that impact Festival eligibility. Commercials/ADV that have been screened at any number of festivals or other public theatrical exhibitions, broadcast or streamed on television or the Internet, and/or released via any home video or other public distribution platform anywhere in the world are eligible for this category. The works realized prior to October 1, 2020 are not eligible to submit to this category.
Any animated opening/closing titles work from Italy and outside Italy. The works have no premiere requirements or prior screening restrictions that impact Festival eligibility. Opening/closing titles that have been screened at any number of festivals or other public theatrical exhibitions, broadcast or streamed on television or the Internet, and/or released via any home video or other public distribution platform anywhere in the world are eligible for this category. The works realized prior to October 1, 2020 are not eligible to submit to this category.
Before submitting your work, please read carefullythe following regulations:
- All work smust be from after September 2021.
- Works that are not in Italian must include Italian subtitles and have a dialogue list, unless understanding dialogues or voice-over are not necessary to understanding the work itself.
- By submitting your work to the Future Film Festival, you give us permission to screen your film during the Festival’s duration, at special events, spin-offs oron other related occasions. You also grant the Festival the right to archive and stream your work online on MyMovies. The Festival will send a contract for the selected authors/producers to sign.
- The organisation does not guarantee that all submitted films will be selected, but wepromise tolet you know whether you work has been chosen by July 30, 2024.
- Please send us at least two pictures of your work, a poster, and press material that can be used for promotional purposes (Hi-Resolution JPEG - size not exceeding 3MB).