Film archive, 2026

Kefi

KEFI

Director Saito Kisin

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The eldest Kyo serves aliens. The second Asumi kidnaps men to date them in her dreams. The youngest Kino cheats on her boyfriend while visiting home. This is the story of an ordinary day in the lives of three sisters, who unite after their divorced father's death. The film was born from the director's confront the death of his father and the sense of loss.

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Film details

Director: Saito Kisin
Country/Region: Japan
Year: 2026
Length: 79min
Original language: Japanese
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Director

Saito Kisin

Born in 1988, Saito gained attention for his visual style as a DP. On this films, he served as director, writer, DP, Gaffer, and editor. His previous work screened at the Bologna Arts Festival and won the Best Cinematography at the Munich Short Film Awards.

From Tokyo International Film Festival 2026, No. 39

Credits

Director: Saito Kisin
Screenplay: Saito Kisin
Executive producer: Iwamoto Hiroshi
Producer: Sekiya Nami
Cast: Takada Riho, Kaiya Tone, Iriki Mari, Kato Konatsu, Takei So, Nikita & Danil, Mimura Kazunori
Distributor in Japan: KÜMA STUDIO inc.

Festival appearances1

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KefiTokyo International Film Festival 2026, No. 39Nippon Cinema Now

Festival history1

东京国际电影节, 2026Nippon Cinema Now, Competitive section

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