With truth as the primary preoccupation of the narrative, the film introduces us to Meisha, a girl who had found herself in the way of her father’s science experiment as a child, that eventually reduced her existence to that of a strange being. Unable to digest food or continue a regular life in any form, she survives solely on the radiation of other devices. At the same time, this life of isolation is further tied with secrets from the past, along with her father’s sudden and unexpected death in an accident years ago. 

As the viewer is taken deeper into Meisha’s life, and introduced to her sole friend and companion, Dhruv, a story of thrill and action develops. Though the film loses points in terms of its sound, and consequently, in the seamlessness of some of the performances, there is a dedicated endeavor of weaving an engaging story, and it would be interesting to see how it develops in subsequent parts of the film. Additionally, Snower Sania Vasudev as Meisha definitely remains an unmissable presence amidst it all.

Fidelity | Short Film Nominee

‘Q-pid’ is a fun, effervescent conversation around a specific thing which can be a need as well as an addiction. Thus, it has the potential to be both empowering and toxic. The narrative ensures that the metaphors it employs do not let the viewer in on the object it truly discusses right until the very end, offering an entertaining turn of events in the process. A man and a woman meet in a shadowy room for a seemingly seedy deal. As the peddler arrives to deliver his goods, would it be what you expect them to be? 

The film is marked by notable camerawork and deliberate visuals that enhance it. Despite being constituted by limited means, it earns points for the dedication and sincerity with which the project is handled, along with the performance and the chemistry of its two actors who portray the undercurrents that define their relationship with ease.

Q-pid | Short Film Nominee

The note on which the film opens is sweet and romantic, immediately establishing two characters for the viewer. As we go along with them on this bright, cheerful morning, they move from making tea, cooking their breakfast, to finally getting ready for a seemingly important occasion. However, the beguiling tone, so far, changes its course to reveal a far different reality than one constituted by a union of happy lovers. It is in this realisation that the film justifies its title, accentuating the distance that can exist between two people, despite the love and affection they might have for each other.

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