Hotaru
Hotaru
2024, English. Directed by Herman 'J.R.' Johnson.
In this poignant short film we follow Kayla. A young girl who goes through the ups and downs of childhood set to the backdrop of mid nineties. Whilst her family undergoes some big changes, Kayla must come face to face with some unresolved trauma.
- Runtime
- 0h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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- Released
- 13 July 2024
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Amy Gibson
- Budget
- $5K
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Hotaru: quick answers
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How long is Hotaru?
Hotaru runs 13 minutes (0h 13m).
Does Hotaru have a post-credits scene?
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Hotaru parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Hotaru yet.
Which OTT platform is Hotaru on?
Hotaru isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 13 July 2024. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hotaru?
If you liked Hotaru, try The Girl in the Book, Hounddog, Lady Driver.
Who directed Hotaru?
Hotaru (2024) was directed by Herman 'J.R.' Johnson and stars Tammy-Anderson Brown, Anna V. Dillon, Monanik 'Moe' Dugar.