“Aliens, Dinosaurs and a Father’s Death: Saito Kisin’s ‘Kefi’ Brings a Surreal Take on Grie” — what this page in the network covers. At this year’s Tokyo International Film Festival, one of the most unusual entries is “Kefi,” the debut feature from cinematographer Saito Kisin. The film blends multiple short stories and visual styles to explore the complicated emotions surrounding the death of Kisin’s father, but it does so throug The film blends multiple short stories and visual styles to explore the complicated emotions surrounding the death of Kisin’s father, but it does so through unexpected imagery: aliens, dinosaurs, and other surreal elements.
Kisin, known for his work behind the camera, steps into the director’s chair to process personal loss in a way that defies conventional grief narratives. The film’s title, “Kefi,” suggests a spirit of joy and passion, which stands in contrast to its somber subject matter, highlighting the director’s attempt to find meaning beyond sorrow. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.