Hi or Coughing

About This Movie

Hi or Coughing is a curious blend of documentary, drama, and horror that feels distinctly off-kilter. The film plays with existential themes, using a unique narrative structure that almost breathes like Matsumoto’s Ki or Breathing. The pacing is slow, allowing tension to build as it ebbs and flows, creating an atmosphere thick with uncertainty. Practical effects add a visceral layer, grounding the supernatural elements in a reality that's both unsettling and familiar. Performances are raw and unsettling, drawing you into a space where the boundaries of sanity blur. It’s not your typical docudrama; its experimental nature and the exploration of breath and existence make it stand out in a sea of conventional narratives.

Unique interpretation of Matsumoto's work.Experimental pacing may not suit all viewers.Strong atmosphere with notable practical effects.