Bâan: The Boundary of Adulthood (2025)

Channel: Gigguk (GeeXPlus) – Independent (studio Daisy)
Why watch it?: Bâan: The Boundary of Adulthood is a 19-minute anime short film that arrived on YouTube in September 2025. Directed by Yoshimitsu Ōhashi and featuring music by Kevin Penkin, it blends 2D and 3D animation in a fantasy world. The story follows Rinrada (from the magical world of Euthania) and Daichi (from present-day Japan), two young people who cross a portal between universes in search of personal independence. This dual plot explores overcoming family and social obstacles as both protagonists learn about responsibility and growth.
Visual style and narrative:

Bâan’s animation stands out for its studio quality: expressive characters and detailed backgrounds. The worlds of Euthania and Japan are chromatically different—one full of pastel tones and fantastic creatures, the other with a more urban realism. The narrative is linear but emotional, intertwining the journeys of both characters. Despite its brevity, emotional moments are achieved (e.g., Daichi’s family resolution) without the need for excessive dialogue.

Impact and recommendation:
According to the production, Bâan represents “the beginning of a new life” for the protagonists. The short film has been praised for its hopeful message: it encourages us to face the future with courage. It also serves as an example of high-budget indie animation, ideal for those who enjoy short epic fantasy. We recommend this short film for its visual beauty and the professional quality it demonstrates for a project born on the internet. In the end, it leaves us with a question to ponder: what does it really mean to “become an adult”? Bâan offers an optimistic answer and invites the viewer to continue believing in personal adventure.