As the conversation around misogyny and women's safety gains more and more relevance, the short film does its bit to further the same. The narrative takes the viewer directly into the heart of action and portrays for us a scene of abduction. As a woman is held captive by two men, the plot endeavors to hold a mirror to society, and its deep-set, problematic notions about women and their location within it. <br><br>

Alongside this, the forward movement of the plot continues, continuing to question these extremely destructive forces, while also showing a character who refuses to be a meek, coy being deprived of agency. The various elements are eventually tied together and presented to the viewer, ensuring that the message is shared in an unequivocal manner.

Lipstick | Short Film Nominee

The film attempts to explore female desire through the story of a sexually unsatisfied housewife. As she tries to win her husband's affection and attention, she continues to meet one failure after another. One day, an unexpected visitor turns up at her doorstep. However, her first instinct is to shut him out. <br><br> A shut door which is eventually opened, comes to stand as a metaphor for much of the story. The film earns brownie points in terms of the camerawork, editing and colouring. All three come across as exhibiting skill and experienced technique. Yet the narrative could have gained from perhaps a more nuanced and sensitive handling of sexuality weaved in it with a better measuring unit and balance.

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