I wanted to be wanted.

In I wanted to be wanted., the protagonist quietly wrestles with a deeply unsettling realization: she has begun to suspect that her entire existence serves merely as a convenient tool for others. This lingering doubt does not stem from any grand tragedy or dramatic betrayal, but rather from a series of seemingly minor occurrences woven into the fabric of her daily life. Small, everyday interactions gradually accumulate, chipping away at her sense of self-worth and leaving her profoundly rattled. As these subtle moments compound, she finds herself constantly questioning when this painful perspective first took root in her mind, transforming ordinary routines into sources of quiet anxiety. The film explores this intimate psychological dilemma through the lens of mundane reality, illustrating how easily a person’s internal world can be destabilized by overlooked details and casual exchanges. There are no sweeping conflicts or external villains; instead, the true tension lies within the protagonist's growing awareness of her own perceived utility to those around her. Her emotional unraveling unfolds gently yet persistently, capturing the fragile nature of human connection and the devastating weight of feeling used. I wanted to be wanted. is a 2022 graduate work produced at the Tokyo University of the Arts, Graduate School of Film and New Media, Department of Animation.