Experiencing Interruptions?

The Man of the Hour

Jonathan Benders, a successful writer, hits a creative roadblock and embarks on a journey to rediscover his inspiration. Torn between appeasing his agent and staying true to his artistic vision, Jonathan must decide whether to write for the masses or follow his heart.

  • Florencia Cáceres
    Director
    IKIGAI, A Ghost Story, You Almost Look like a Real Person
  • Florencia Cáceres
    Writer
    IKIGAI and Human Voices
  • Empty Space Productions
    Producer
    IKIGAI, A Ghost Story
  • Alejandro Kersfeld
    Key Cast
    "Jonathan Benders"
    IKIGAI
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 11 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    March 26, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    200 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Argentina
  • Country of Filming:
    Argentina
  • Language:
    English, Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Erfurt
    Germany
    April 17, 2025
Distribution Information
  • Empty Space Production
    Distributor
    Country: Argentina
    Rights: All Rights
Director Biography - Florencia Cáceres

Florencia Abigail Cáceres was born on March 16, 2001 in Lanús, Buenos Aires. Her interest in cinema and films led her to become self-taught in the area of writing film scripts.
In these years she worked in various jobs in the industry as a director, producer, screenwriter, cameraman, director of photography, editor, graphic designer and social media manager in her film production company founded in 2020 under the name EMPTY SPACE PRODUCTIONS together with her friend, Julieta Britez.

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Director Statement

Making this film was a mirror of my own doubts and frustrations and also brought life back to me, so hope you enjoy it.