OUR PRECIOUS AUTUMN

Reclaiming the Passion of Art

For manga artist Ami, the demanding rhythm of her work has become a suffocating cycle of burnout and overwork. After several sleep-deprived nights, she collapses upon returning home and awakens in a surreal dreamscape. Here, three significant encounters unfold, each a subtle yet profound catalyst guiding her towards the realization that her life demands a fundamental shift.

The film is an emotional dive into the struggles of an artist, written by a collaborative team of diverse creatives, including filmmakers, artists, musicians, and writers.

CREDITS

Director: Khang Lu

Writers: Dymond Billins, Jennifer Chan, Khang Lu and Quinn Heptig

Assistant Writers: Ariel Emerald, Benjamin “Spades” Varanini, Gab Jankums and Starheart

Cinematographers: Khang Lu and Quinn Heptig

Lead Body Actors: Gage Triolo, Donavan Garza and Edwin Han

Lead Voice Actors: Katie Caruso, ThatBlonde and Melissa White

Composer: Eliza Zhang

Sound Design: Scar-J

Avatar Creators: Edwin Han and Jennifer Chan

World Developers: Kadeko and LucyLuuu

Narrative short filmed in VRChat | Runtime: 22 mins | Screenings in London and in VRChat | Raindance Immersive 2025 Award Winner: Best Short Film of VR