Hikari

About This Movie

Hikari is a real oddity, an absurdist piece that drags you into this surreal world where normalcy is tossed aside. It follows a woman struggling with her identity until she encounters this UFO that drops down in the bizarre form of a man wearing a glowing tutu—yeah, you heard that right. The pacing feels disjointed, almost dreamlike, which adds to the off-kilter atmosphere. The practical effects might not be state-of-the-art, but they have a certain charm that fits the film's unusual tone. Performances are quirky, embodying the essence of a world that defies logic. It's a curious exploration of belonging wrapped in a package that’s hard to define, which makes it distinctive in the landscape of indie cinema.

Hikari has had a bit of a rough ride in terms of availability, with it being released mainly on limited runs. It's sort of a hidden treasure among collectors, not really mainstream but there's a niche appreciation for its absurdist take. Finding a physical copy can be a challenge, and some collectors are actively searching for it, making it that much more interesting in a collection.