Sankô is the typical loafer and sleeper who ignores his wife's complaints. One day, a neighbor pulls Sankô out of bed to show him a map showing an island in front of whose shores a ship carrying a treasure sank.
Chûzô Aochi
Japan

Is it worth your time? If you like old-school animation that feels like a fever dream, sure. If you need a plot that makes sense in a modern way, skip it. It’s a short, weird little trip. Honestly, I think people who enjoy early experimental shorts will get a kick out of it. If you want high-octane action or, you know,...
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"Is it worth your time? If you like old-school animation that feels like a fever dream, sure. If you need a plot that makes sense in a modern way, skip it. It’s a short, weird little trip. Honestly, I think people who enjoy early experimental shorts will get a kick out of it. If you want high-octane action or, you know, logical dialogue, you’re probably gonna hate it. So, Sankô is the kind of guy who makes Lonely Heart look like a high-energy thriller. He just stays in bed. It’s almost impressiv..."

