Marked by a complete absence of dialogues, the plot only uses gestures, glances and facial exchanges to share its story with you. Once the opening shots have established the insides of a local grocery store, we are introduced to the shopkeeper who sits by himself, enjoying his music. Soon a little boy visits with an order of a kilogram of sugar. <br><br> The film henceforth starts a conversation on the innocence of an unsuspecting child which is in direct contrast with the dishonest intentions of the adults who inhabit his world. However, despite being convinced that he has managed to trick the little boy and successfully cut corners from the order, what unexpected turn, that would also hold a mirror to this unfair act, awaits the seller?

The Ant and the Sugar | Short Film Nominee

The plot of the film is a conversation invoked around the opposing ideas of honesty and dishonesty. It's a busy morning and a man is tired of rejections by autos. When he finally manages to secure one, an interesting conversation awaits both him as well as the viewer. <br><br> The entirety of the film is constituted primarily by the auto-ride as the two characters hold a discussion around what it means to thrive and survive in the world. The film would have, however, earned more points by paying closer attention to its visuals and camerawork.

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