Chronus 2014
In *Chronus (2014)*, Naoyuki Onda crafts a hauntingly atmospheric fantasy short film that dives into the shadows of adolescence.
Director: Naoyuki Onda
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chronus (2014) about?
*Chronus* follows Makoto Nakazono, a high schooler with the unsettling ability to see shadowy entities that steal souls. When one of these entities confronts him and threatens his childhood friend Hazuki, Makoto's passive response sets a deadly chain of events in motion. The film explores themes of fate, guilt, and the weight of power through its eerie, atmospheric lens.
Who directed Chronus?
Naoyuki Onda directed *Chronus (2014)*, bringing a darkly poetic touch to this animated fantasy short.
Who stars in Chronus?
The short stars Natsuki Hanae as Makoto Nakazono, Daisuke Ono as Akira Seno, and Yoshihisa Hosokawa, Yuuki Matsumoto, and Tomoaki Maeno in key supporting roles.
Is Chronus (2014) worth watching?
While *Chronus* is a short film, its atmospheric storytelling and dark fantasy elements make it a compelling watch for fans of psychological thrillers and supernatural anime. Its tight runtime and moody direction pack a punch, offering a unique premise wrapped in suspense.
How long is Chronus?
The runtime for *Chronus (2014)* is 24 minutes.
About Chronus (2014) — A Dark Fantasy Short Where Seeing Is a Curse
In *Chronus (2014)*, Naoyuki Onda crafts a hauntingly atmospheric fantasy short film that dives into the shadows of adolescence. At its heart is Makoto Nakazono, a quiet high schooler burdened by a sinister gift—he can see spectral "black entities" that lurk in the periphery, silently draining life from those around him. When one of these malevolent beings, Akira Seno, confronts him with a chilling ultimatum, Makoto's indifferent response sets off a chain of eerie events. His indifference unwittingly draws danger closer to his childhood friend Hazuki, pulling him into a struggle that tests the limits of his power and will.
This 24-minute animated gem blends psychological tension with supernatural intrigue, painting a world where the unseen is as terrifying as the real. Onda's direction leans into a moody, almost gothic palette, emphasizing the isolation of Makoto's curse and the fragile bonds of trust. The film's themes of inevitability and quiet resistance resonate as Makoto grapples with a fate he never asked for, all while the line between protector and prey blurs.