One Cut in the Life

Aoi, an aspiring filmmaker/assistant director who visits the office of Toriumi, an independent film producer, seeking an opportunity to collaborate with him. Toriumi likes her screenplay and shows his interest in producing her directorial debut film. However, despite Aoi’s delight, the discussion starts to derail. When Aoi refuses to accept the producer’s irrational demands, he shows doubt in her ability to act on unexpected situations. Is he testing her aptitude or just trying to take advantage of her? Confused, she gets lost between doubt and desperation to believe in her dream opportunity.

Kento, a love hotel employee, gets caught up in a lovers' quarrel between two guests. After managing to defuse the situation, he ends up having what appears to be a one-night stand with Mika, the woman whose lover has been stolen from her. One day, Kento returns home from work to find Mika standing at his front door, carrying a bag full of cash... (R15+ version premiered at the OP PICTURES+ Festival 2025).