Urban Slice-of-Life Short Film • Bengaluru • 3 weeks
Pre-production
1 week
Production
1 week
Post-production
1 week
Published
Launch at end of week 3
Set entirely within the Bengaluru Metro, this 8-minute short film follows a weary IT professional and a street artist as they strike up a conversation after a sudden downpour halts the train between Indiranagar and MG Road stations. The film explores themes of urban isolation, serendipity, and the hidden stories of Namma Metro commuters. Shot in a naturalistic style with handheld cameras and available light, the narrative unfolds in real time, capturing the claustrophobic yet intimate atmosphere of a packed metro coach. The climax reveals a surprising connection through a piece of art left behind, weaving together the city's tech-driven hustle and its vibrant street culture. The project is unique for its hyper-local focus, using actual metro coaches during off-peak hours (with permissions) and featuring Bengaluru-based artists and musicians in cameo roles. The film aims to resonate with anyone who has ever felt alone in a crowd, making it a poignant love letter to Bengaluru's daily commuters.
Set entirely within the Bengaluru Metro, this 8-minute short film follows a weary IT professional and a street artist as they strike up a conversation after a sudden downpour halts the train between Indiranagar and MG Road stations. The film explores themes of urban isolation, serendipity, and the hidden stories of Namma Metro commuters. Shot in a naturalistic style with handheld cameras and available light, the narrative unfolds in real time, capturing the claustrophobic yet intimate atmosphere of a packed metro coach. The climax reveals a surprising connection through a piece of art left behind, weaving together the city's tech-driven hustle and its vibrant street culture. The project is unique for its hyper-local focus, using actual metro coaches during off-peak hours (with permissions) and featuring Bengaluru-based artists and musicians in cameo roles. The film aims to resonate with anyone who has ever felt alone in a crowd, making it a poignant love letter to Bengaluru's daily commuters.
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