The film opens with a moment of distress, a reality marked by ugliness, a morning that has everything going wrong with it, and yet, amidst it all, there is the possibility of an instance of ease that is achieved with a stranger. It is this thought which forms the premise of Sync. The narrative introduces us to a woman grieving her father's loss, and in some ways, also holding herself responsible for his death. Alongside this is the story of a man who is battling a major setback in love. As both characters deal with their own respective heartache, the plot seems to be moving towards an overlap of their stories - are they linked in anyway to each other? Are they adding to each other's turmoil? The viewer finds themselves looking for the answers with these questions, about to be met with them in due time, as the film comes into its own organically. It is further marked by lovely camerawork, strengthened by seamless transitions. The edit complements them wonderfully, the vocals and music are thoughtful and consistent with the mood of the story. All of them together help in conjuring a beautiful tonality and feel of the film, providing adequate closure to all your questions at its conclusion.

Synced | Short Film of the Day

The film is an endearing romance, marked by all the highs and lows of a love story, between two characters, Varun and Anjali. It opens with heartache, as well as Varun’s struggle to deliver on an important work deadline. He’s a musician whose career depends on a very big break which has, unfortunately, coincided with his breakup. As we are taken deeper into Varun’s many troubles, the narrative comes into existence, invoking humor, dilemmas, compulsions and some more. The chemistry of the couple is definitely notable, as is the manner in which the story is structured and presented as a whole. Additionally, song and music make an appearance because, after all, it is the story of a musician’s life. This eventually also becomes the sturdy thread that finally ties the film's many components together in a complete manner.

Love, Anjali | Short Film Nominee

The film opens with a girl’s distress at her best friend moving away. This is the first time she is faced with separation and loss, and is completely heartbroken. Next to her sits a man who tries to comfort her. However, in her grief, she is quick to dismiss his wisdom of the years he has ahead of her. This dismissal, incidentally, leads to the sharing of a story from his past, one that forms the predominant body of the film. 
As we go back in time, the love story of Anirudh and Maithli comes into being. It’s one of innocence, affection and deep devotion. The film also endeavors a comment on family and the sense of community that can be found and established between people living under the same roof. Tragedy, unfortunately, has begun to stretch its limbs too within the narrative, and the film presents it all to the viewer. The two lead actors further portray their characters with dedication and earnestness, in the process, allowing the film to pronounce its message of loss, heartache, and above all, the invincibility of love.

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