Cocon

Cocon

2026 · 13 min · ★ 6.0 · Animation

Koki is a young Japanese devoted to his work. One day, in a crowded subway, everything changes. He decides to quit his job, retreat to his home, and shut himself away, like a hikikomori, never to go out again.

Directed by Inés Sedan · Written by Inés Sedan

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