Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A colourful group of furry, plush-like aliens descends from the sky with a seemingly grim mission: to exterminate humanity and put an end to the damage inflicted on Earth.
But these visitors are no ordinary invaders, brought to life through intricate puppetry rather than visual effects, they have a soft, almost playful feel that contrasts with their apocalyptic goal.
As the aliens meet a range of humans, their views begin to soften through a series of awkward yet heartfelt interactions. Blending musical numbers, dry humour, drama and a splash of classic sci-fi, the film explores themes of identity and human connection to oneself and the world around.
With a deliberately measured pace and lo-fi aesthetics, the story leans into surrealism, and through its puppetry and catchy soundtrack, this existential musical invites viewers to reflect on empathy, hope, and the possibility of coexistence in an increasingly fragmented world—think The Day the Earth Stood Still meets The Flumps!
Dir. Kenichi Ugana | 2024 | 93 mins | Japan | Japanese (Eng subs)
A colourful group of furry, plush-like aliens descends from the sky with a seemingly grim mission: to exterminate humanity and put an end to the damage inflicted on Earth.
But these visitors are no ordinary invaders, brought to life through intricate puppetry rather than visual effects, they have a soft, almost playful feel that contrasts with their apocalyptic goal.
As the aliens meet a range of humans, their views begin to soften through a series of awkward yet heartfelt interactions. Blending musical numbers, dry humour, drama and a splash of classic sci-fi, the film explores themes of identity and human connection to oneself and the world around.
With a deliberately measured pace and lo-fi aesthetics, the story leans into surrealism, and through its puppetry and catchy soundtrack, this existential musical invites viewers to reflect on empathy, hope, and the possibility of coexistence in an increasingly fragmented world—think The Day the Earth Stood Still meets The Flumps!
Dir. Kenichi Ugana | 2024 | 93 mins | Japan | Japanese (Eng subs)
