In 'The Legend of Ochi,' directed by Isaiah Saxon, a young girl named Yuri challenges her father's fears about woodland creatures when she finds a wounded Ochi. This fantasy film, inspired by Saxon's childhood experiences in California's Santa Cruz Mountains, reflects both personal and universal themes of bravery and connection with nature. The narrative encourages viewers to confront their fears and understand that the creatures of myth may not be the monsters they seem. Saxon's background and passion for storytelling resonate deeply throughout the film's message.
"Those areas ere very formative to me. Deep inside me, I always thought there was magic and undiscovered primates out in the woods somewhere."
"From a young age, it was something I took rather seriously. It was in my DNA."
"The Legend of Ochi tells the story of Yuri, a 12-year-old who has always been told not to go outside after dark..."
"Over the next 15 years, Saxon lived in every single neighborhood in the city. Working at Film Yard Video helped shape his film education."
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