Sins of the Father

"Sins of the Father" is a powerful short film about a boy named Ariki who escapes into a dream world to cope with the trauma of an abusive home. There he becomes a samurai and battles monstrous versions of his pain including his own father. But to truly heal he must learn to fight not with rage, but with clarity. This is a story about generational trauma, inner strength and the quiet power of choosing peace over violence. Visually rich and emotionally grounded, it blends fantasy action with deep and personal storytelling.