The short film exhibits some very beautiful and creatively executed visual transitions to tell the story of its protagonist, Savio, an assassin. As he prepares to head out for another day of work, planning his next murder, something unexpected awaits him. The visuals are constituted with several symbols and imagery linked to life, death and a search for the meaning of existence. They are plotted against a philosophical exploration of Dalai Lama's The Tibetan Book of the Dead. The book also comes to serve as the inspiration for much of the treatment of the story that plays out before the viewer. However, in a bid to experiment with its unpredictable and unique cinematography, the plot ends up becoming dense and vague. The film would have had more to gain if the narrative was a little less impenetrable.

Savvy? | Short Film of the Day

Proto, a petty criminal, has landed himself in a hot soup after a job involving a huge amount of cash went south. As he faces torture at the hands of a disgruntled boss, flanked by his loyal henchman, another broth is brewing in another part of the story. 

The overlap of the two is achieved adroitly, marked with humor, impactful punches, and stylistic decisions that remain consistent and notable throughout the film. Despite limited resources and a young tonality, the film remains smooth in the execution of all its intentions, aided by a skilled edit and fitting choice of a background score. 

The vision of the film, and the effort and thought invested in executing it, is remarkable, and should absolutely be explored and developed in more projects in the future.

Ticlopayk | Short Film Nominee

A man is preparing weapons before stepping out of his house. He seems to be heading out on an endeavor which involves violence. As he climbs a flight of stairs, stealthily watching his prey from the window, an important realization strikes him, making him retrace his steps back to his house. It is in this manner that the short film presents its message to the viewer, one about observing all health and safety guidelines during the pandemic, especially at the place of your work, for your safety as well as that of others.

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