‘Women Lockdown’ is an intensely personal conversation about dreams, hopes, passions, but also things that weigh you down, stand in the way of everything you want or desire. 
The tonality and approach remains beautifully intimate throughout as the narrative introduces us to five women. The authenticity with which their experiences are brought to life allows the film a universality that works most wonderfully in its favor. 

The visuals are experimental, suffused with symbolism and metaphors, coupled with a background score that further amplifies the sentiment the narrative intends to convey. The emotion thus brought to life is honest and poignant, as the conversation, and the ensuing visuals, continue to flow with ease and seamlessness.

Women Lockdown | Short Film of the Day

The documentary chooses nonagenarian Susan as its protagonist. After a life lived long and well, Susan now shares her reflections on existence in a heartfelt manner. The candid conversation, though brief, is defined by a rare meaningfulness that suffuses a much-needed sense of hope in a world where otherwise stories of heartbreaking realities abound. 
Despite having lived decade after decade where an overwhelming conflict or war always consumed at least some part of the world, Susan’s steadfast dream for a realm that has managed to overcome the many divisive forces of hate and cruelty comes across with impact and clarity. 
The screenplay ties up the articulate candor of its protagonist with mood shots to further drive the message home. The end result, consequently, becomes a purposeful whole that is not only defined by the uplifting intelligence as well as a reflection on life by its protagonist but also by the technical know-how and storytelling skills of the entire team behind it.

Echoes of Tomorrow | Spotlight

The protagonist of ‘Endless Shades’ is a twenty-three-year-old woman who battles several obstacles when it comes to her mental health. The immense pressure that is associated with physical appearance, and more so in the case of young women, can truly be crushing in this age of filtered selfies and meticulously curated realities. The short film draws attention to the same pressure for the protagonist who struggles to see the beauty in her appearance, despite checking off several boxes of conventional characteristics. However, there is a moment of acceptance and triumph to be had within the film as mirrors are shattered, and the broken shards are then used as a symbol of strength. The narrative and writing remain direct and straightforward, but it is the visuals and the subsequent flow of events that truly make the film succeed, along with offering a comment on an urgent contemporary issue.

Endless Shades | Short Film of the Day

The film brings to life a powerful story of resilience, survival, and waging the toughest battles life might throw someone’s way. The protagonist of this non-fiction narrative is Myles Berrio, a survivor of a near-fatal accident that cost him two of his limbs. 

 However, refusing to buckle down, he came back at life with an even more fierce spirit, downright refusing to merely be a survivor. In Berrio’s own words, he found a way to thrive, irrespective of the circumstances. The protagonist and his remarkable story of courage, determination, and strength are easily the strongest aspects of the film. 

Additionally, the narrative brings forth a notable endeavor that does justice to its delineation and execution. At its core rests a crucial message about ideas of courage, but above all, about kindness, forgiveness, sometimes even towards oneself if need be, making the story an impactful, poignant one that is sure to stay with the viewer for a long time.

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