The Buried Giant

In a land shrouded by mist and memory, two elderly protagonists embark on an intimate and haunting quest to find their son, whom they have long mourned. Axl and Beatrice, unified by love yet burdened by the shadows of their past, navigate a fog-enshrouded world where giants roam and fierce creatures linger. Their journey is not just physical but profoundly emotional, challenging the very essence of memory and forgetting.

Amidst mythical landscapes, with remnants of a bygone era echoing through the air, the couple encounters a tapestry of characters — some friendly, others adversarial. Each interaction sheds light on their personal histories and the collective scars left by a war fought long ago, revealing a society grappling with the implications of memory and trauma.

As they move through the mist, the boundaries between reality and myth blur, offering profound reflections on love, loss, and the human condition. Their odyssey propels them to confront not just their shared memories but the implications of forgetting — both for themselves and the world around them.

Ultimately, the journey becomes a quest for reconciliation, where Axl and Beatrice must decide whether to embrace their buried memories or continue in the comforting haze of forgetfulness. In their pursuit of truth, they forge a bond that transcends time, highlighting the fragility and resilience of the human spirit.