EN DANGERED
Written and Directed by TADATO MILLER
Written and Directed by TADATO MILLER
"On a bitter, bone-chilling blizzard of a day, a young boy trudged through the snow to deliver a letter to Mrs. Swanson’s house. But as the storm howled louder, he found himself trapped inside, the cold creeping into his bones. Curiosity led him to the attic, where, buried beneath layers of dust and forgotten things, he discovered a strange statue of an endangered animal, its lifeless eyes watching him with an unsettling gaze..."
Tadato Miller’s acclaimed short film "EN DANGERED" tells a captivating, mysterious tale set in a house, isolated within a vast forest and enveloped by a fierce snowstorm. With its striking atmosphere and artistic production design, the film has captivated audiences, earning the prestigious Hokkaido Selection Award at the 2023 Sapporo International Short Film Festival.
SAPPORO SHORT FEST AWARDS 2023
This film stands as the most minimalist creation in Miller's directorial career, with the project being crafted on an exceptionally small scale. Taking on a multitude of roles, Miller not only wrote the script and created the storyboards but also oversaw the lighting, cinematography, sound recording, and production design, executing each task with precision.
The film's striking visuals are enhanced by several works of art donated by HIKARU SEINO, one of Japan's foremost flower artists, whose pieces play a pivotal role in underscoring the film’s themes. The cast is limited to just two individuals: Miller himself and his mother, Miyoko, whose performances contribute to the intimate nature of the project.
In post-production, Miller took charge of both editing and composing the film's music. The project also benefited from the expertise of his former university classmates—HENG-TE LUNG (sound designer) and JOSHUA RATTÍ (colorist)—whose contributions ensured the final product achieved a polished, high-quality finish.
EN DANGERED
(2023)
WRITTEN and DIRECTED by
TADATO MILLER
STARRING
MIYOKO HIRAMINE
TADATO MILLER
ART by
HIKARU SEINO
SOUND DESIGNER
HENG-TE LUNG
COLORIST
JOSHUA RATTÍ
PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS
KOTA ARAKI
TARO TANIGUCHI
COMPOSER
TADATO MILLER