French Date | Short Film Nominee

Short Film Nominee February 24, 2024

French Date

By Vaibhav Dixit with 6.6

thriller · Short Films · hindi

Promila and Arun are meeting for an intimate dinner. It’s not only their first date but for Arun, the rendezvous is extra special for it is his first romantic interaction. The conversation progresses to bring in an inherent intimacy and depth. Promila shares a devastating experience, one about a very recent and violent loss of a loved one. Though a tone of romance has been put in place, a sense of darkness continues to linger within the circumstance.

The film weaves a plot that evidences investment of thought and a sincere effort to keep the viewer involved throughout in the fate of the two characters before us. There is further the construction of a reality which is defined by the most shocking revelation. The actors and their chemistry, alongside this narratorial progression, ensure that all of these elements are allowed a balanced and complete portrayal.
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