To get a better idea of the possibilities when it comes to short films, I decided to research some short films and gather information and ideas. I mostly searched for films that are around my film's runtime range (5 minutes) so I could get a good idea of making a story that has impact in such a small amount of time. I made sure to pick many different types short films to get a good variety in my inspiration. Here are a couple examples of some short films that stood out to me:
Found Me
Found me is a great example of telling a compelling story with very simple elements. The story revolves around a man who discovers the world of underground wrestling. The film is interesting in the way is structed that seems to be more like a music video than a short film. It is unconventional in the way that it pieces together small moments that work together to show the characters feelings and thoughts. The characters barely talk throughout the film yet the story is clear and emotional. I definitely want to emulate the colors and lighting that the director uses in this film because it gives those small and seemingly insignificant so much more impact and emotion.
Bear With Me
In this short film, the director explores the story of the romance between two immigrants who left their homes. This film is especially interesting since it is in an animated film. I wanted to explore more mediums and get a better idea of my options. Although its very unlikely that anything could get in the way, I do have the option to create an animated film that wouldn't require me to even leave my house. In the film they show that a touching and emotional story can be conveyed with very simple animations that could be possible for me even though I don't have much practice in the medium.
These were just two examples of the many short films that I watched to get a good idea of what is possible for my project. From what I've gathered, lighting and colors and the most important elements that I want to make sure to get just right for my project. I have endless possibilities when it comes to the shots and camera movements and I know now that I can make a great story that is also very simple.
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