The Sketchbook | Short Film Nominee

Short Film Nominee October 25, 2023

The Sketchbook

By Irfan Shekh with 6.6

thriller · Short Films · hindi

The protagonist of the film is an artist, but not without his past trauma. He is a troubled man who spends his time in isolation, with only his sketches, and the conversations they have with him, for company. Things take a turn for the worse when one day he gets an unexpected call from a long-time friend, and he calls him over.

Soon, the narrative comes to consist of an immediate threat of violence, and perhaps even a sense of righteous vengeance. There is a suggestion of men who are cruel to women in some form or another, while also subtly tying it with the protagonist’s own past tragedy and loss.

Additionally, poetry is roped into the mix to bring this reality to life. The film is not entirely without some hiccups when it comes to sound mixing, but it still manages to convey all its intentions with clarity. The edit and visuals further play a significant role in combining the many elements together.
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