Three settings from varied world orders, three key characters that include the common folk and the one, all-superior force, form the backbone of World Zombied. Through the utilization of these elements, the film becomes an exploration of the themes of oppression and liberation. The vicious cycle of exploitation and injustice inflicted upon the marginalized is presented through parallel narratives. These include the mid-fifties and the magical realism of the mystical Seoni Forests, the realm of goons and gangsters that predominate the eighties, and finally, the present-day of mechanized desk workers. 
Indeed, times have changed the world into a progressive and modern society yet the itch to puppeteer others is still prevalent among the custodians of power. From pillaged villages and shady rackets to toxic and unrewarding workspaces- the status quo remains unchanged. Whether the characters will break free from societal shackles and ever be uncaged, thus, becomes the resounding question within the film.

World, Zombied | Short Film Nominee

The short film wants to discuss the paranoia that is capable of worsening our contemporary pandemic-ridden reality and make it more difficult for everyone. This, in turn, can alienate one further from the much-needed hope and positivity to overcome the gloom that has cast its pall over the world in the form of the coronavirus. The plot of the film engages with these concerns by means of a theatre production which is underway. As the actors rehearse lines from Dharamvir Bharati's Andha Yug, a philosophical concern forms the core argument of the narrative - one about the immediate reality that one can choose to bring to life depending on their worldview. A key actor, after contracting the virus, has taken time off rehearsals to complete his quarantine. However, when he still does not turn up after making a complete recovery, things begin to go downhill for the production. While taking all necessary precautions is of utmost importance during this pandemic, there is also a comment to be made about learning to move ahead while keeping up with the times, suggests the film. Irrespective of the side of the argument the viewer would find themselves on, the film makes its position clear, adopting a theatrical and poetic approach to share the same intentions.

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