Aether LEVM Studios: Crafting Compelling Visual Narratives

Overview 

Logline: A hauntingly evocative experimental short, filmed entirely on an iPhone 12, that immerses viewers in a dreamlike journey through the coastal town of Whitstable, exploring themes of memory and unseen presence.

Synopsis: 'Whispers: Waves of the Diary' is a captivating short film that transcends conventional narrative through its avant-garde approach and unique cinematic techniques. Shot entirely on an iPhone 12, the film blends the intimate, everyday landscapes of Whitstable with a haunting voice-over, creating a meditative and deeply personal experience. Utilising the "Phantom Ride" technique, the film glides through the town's streets and coastal paths, inviting the audience to inhabit a world where unseen forces and fragmented memories subtly shape perception.

Director's Statement / Artistic Vision

"With 'Whispers: Waves of the Diary', my aim was to explore the profound beauty and unsettling mystery found within familiar surroundings. Filming entirely on an iPhone 12 allowed for an intimate, almost voyeuristic perspective, transforming everyday scenes in Whitstable into a canvas for introspection. The 'Phantom Ride' technique, combined with experimental editing, was crucial in crafting a dreamlike flow, where the viewer becomes a silent observer drifting through a landscape imbued with whispers of the past. The journey on the bike through town was not just a method of capture but became integral to the film's rhythm and a metaphor for the diary's unfolding secrets. This film is an exercise in conveying emotion and narrative through atmosphere and visual texture, rather than explicit plot, inviting a deeply personal interpretation."

Key Information

• Genre: Experimental, Avant-Garde, Meditative Short

• Runtime: [Please confirm the exact runtime, e.g., 5 minutes, 30 seconds]

• Completion Date: July 2024

• Filmed On: iPhone 12

• Location: Whitstable, UK

Credits

• Director: Michal Indrak

• Cinematographer (DoP): Michal Indrak

• Camera Operator: Michal Indrak

• Editor: Michal Indrak

• Voice Over & Hands: Mariya Maslova

Accolades & Festival Recognition

Award Wins

• Best First-Time Filmmaker – LION KING INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

• Best Cinematography – Magic Silver Screen

• Best Make-up Director – Magic Silver Screen

• Best Male Director – Green International Film Festival

• Best Short Documentary – Seattle Independent Film Festival

• Best Cinematography – NYC Independent Film Festival

• Best Cinematography – Red Moon Film Festival

• Best Director (Sub category) – Filmique International Film Festival

• Best Cinematographer – Cineplay International Film Festival

• Best First-Time Director – Berlin Short Film Awards

• Best Experimental – Philadelphia Film Awards

• Best First-Time Director – Ottawa Film Award

• Honourable Mention: Athens International Monthly Art Film Festival

Finalist

• Best Director and Best Experimental Film – Elegant International Film Festival

• Best Experimental Film and Best Director – Pageant Film Festival

• Best Short Film and Best Cinematographer – Cine Vista Oasis Film Awards

• Best Documentary (Short) and Best Director – Chalachitra International Film Awards

• Best Experimental Film (Main Category) – Global Visionaries Film Festival

• Best Cinematography and Best Short Film – Clown International Film Festival

• Best Cinematography – Airflix Film Festival

• Best Director and Best Experimental Film – Humro Cinema Film Fest

• Best Experimental Film (Main Category) – Spring Time International Film Festival

Semi-finalist

• Semi-finalist – Paris International Short Festival

• Semi-finalist – Chicago Filmmaker Awards

Updated 'Visuals & Media' Section:

Visuals & Media:

• https://youtu.be/L_nUjlsnk_Q?si=VcdtSEyU406dfiR2

Overview

Logline: A compelling video essay exploring the complex and often unsettling relationship between humans and artificial intelligence, delving into themes of technological displacement and the evolving nature of connection.

Synopsis: 'Replaced' is a thought-provoking video essay that critically examines the burgeoning influence of Artificial Intelligence on human interaction and the potential for technological replacement. Through a blend of insightful commentary and carefully selected visuals, the film prompts reflection on how AI is reshaping our world, challenging our perceptions of work, creativity, and personal connection. It explores the subtle anxieties and profound implications of a future where human roles might be increasingly mirrored or usurped by advanced algorithms.

Director's Statement / Artistic Vision

"With 'Replaced', my intention was to open a dialogue about a topic that deeply affects us all: the rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on human existence. This video essay serves as a personal meditation on the discomfort and fascination surrounding AI's growing presence, particularly how it influences our understanding of value and purpose. I aimed to create a piece that is both informative and emotionally resonant, encouraging viewers to consider not just the capabilities of AI, but the profound human questions it raises about our future, our creativity, and what it truly means to be indispensable."

Key Information

• Genre: Video Essay, Documentary, Sci-Fi (Conceptual)

• Runtime: Approx. 15-20 minutes

• Current Status: In Post-Production

• Anticipated Completion: [Placeholder: e.g., Early 2025 or TBC]

• Location: London, Whitstable (Tankerton Beach)

Credits

Cast:

• Darcy: Mariya Maslova

• Darwin: Michal Indrak

• Scott: Shaan Singh

• Classmate 1: Freda Mason

• Classmate 2: Mailen Plana

• Background: Talisa Du-Pont

• Receptionist: Jennifer Benjamin

• Cafe Worker: Emma Clara Benina

• Bystander: Mailen Plana

Key Crew:

• Director: Michal Indrak

• Writers: Talisa Du-Pont, Michal Indrak

• Producer: Mailen Plana

• Executive Producer: Talisa Du-Pont

• Assistant Directors: Talisa Du-Pont, Mailen Plana

• Production Manager: Mailen Plana

• Casting Directors: Michal Indrak, Talisa Du-Pont

• Cinematography: Loukia Konstantinou, Mailen Plana, Michal Indrak, Teresa Oscar, Talisa Du-Pont

• Sound Engineers: Thamzid Karim, Henry Young

• Set Design: Michal Indrak

• Editing: Michal Indrak, Teresa Oscar

• Mood Board: Henry Young, Loukia Konstantinou, Michal Indrak

• Story Board: Talisa Du-Pont, Michal Indrak, Loukia Konstantinou, Teresa Oscar, Mailen Plana, Baiana Plana, Henry Young

• Camera Operator 1: Keith Ho Ka Chai, Mailen Plana

• Camera Operator 2: Loukia Konstantinou, Teresa Oscar

• BTS Camera: Teresa Oscar, Talisa Du-Pont

• Runners: Freda Mason, Shane Gibson, Baiana Plana, Tiolina Puteh, Henry Young

• Lighting Engineer: Thamzid Karim

Accolades & Festival Recognition

• Award Winner: Recognised for its compelling script prior to release.

• Further festival selections and awards will be added here upon completion and release.