What I Long For (2013) — AI Story Visualization

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Plot Analysis Summary

A ghostly exploration of suicide, isolation, and the predatory nature of despair.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

The Final Leap

Ghostly Wandering

A Fleeting Connection

The Looming Threat

High school student Juri leaps to her death. Afterwards, Juri wanders to her house, school and street. She feels loneliness as nobody else is able to see her. She talks to those that she comes across including her mother and classmates, but nobody responds to her comments. Juri then sees a horrifying monster, which she never saw prior to her suicide. She calls the scary monster "Bug Man". When the mind of humans become weak, the Bug Man tempts those to commit suicide. One day, Juri walks along the street as usual. She then meets a girl that is able to see Juri. Juri names the girl Ringo-chan and plays at the park with her. Their happy moments does not last long. When they come back from the park, Juri sees Ringo-chan's mother with a grim face. The Bug Man is standing behind her mother.

Directed by

Kazuya Konaka

Key Cast

Rating: 6.5/10 (4 votes)