"Moho": the unsettling descent into everyday obsession, a new short film by Diego H. Kataryniuk

"Moho", a short film written by Diego H. Kataryniuk and David Blanka, presents itself as a disturbing reflection on emotional erosion, obsession, and the fragility of everyday life. 

The shoot took place in Berango over the weekend of April 18 to 20, in carefully selected locations designed to enhance the oppressive, domestic atmosphere that defines the piece.

Produced by ECPV, Orbe Cinema, EFD, North Film Services, and Facundo Quevedo, and starring Antonio Pagudo and Usue Álvarez, Moho tells the story of Arnau, a man trapped in a silent routine with his partner Cristina. 

The appearance of a small patch of mold in their bathroom becomes the trigger for a spiral of obsession that threatens his mental stability and the safety of those around him.

Through an intimate and suffocating narrative, Moho delves into the psychological horror of the everyday, exploring how a seemingly insignificant threat can drag someone into paranoia and delusion. With a restrained mise-en-scène and an atmospheric treatment reminiscent of the best of European genre cinema, the short not only unsettles but also challenges the viewer to reflect on what we hide beneath the surface of domestic life.

The film has been written with a clear intent to explore social and emotional dynamics, framing terror within the walls of the home without relying on supernatural elements. Tension builds with every shot, making Moho a powerful and deeply human project.

With this film, Kataryniuk further establishes an auteur voice committed to the fringes of genre cinema and the exploration of the darkest corners of the everyday soul.