QUASHIE MARK KOFI(BFAMP28027)

 Review of the short film Nursery Rhyme

 The film nursery Rhyme start in a strange and confusing way. A shirtless man standing by the roadside calmly singing old MacDonald had a farm.  At first is seems very confusing but as the camera begins to move we get a clear understanding of what is actually happening. It becomes serious and very emotional but surprises the viewers and leaves a strong and powerful message, there is the urge to know what is going on because of the man's weird and strange behavior and as it  continues the true meaning is revealed.

It shows us not to judge quickly because we might not understand the full situation.

The main character is played very well by the actor. He doesn’t say much, but his face and actions show a lot of emotion. He looks frightened, caring, and calm at once. The  the connection between him and the child we hear is very touching. The film is filmed in one long shot, with the camera moving slowly . It builds suspense and helps the viewers feel like they are uncovering the story step by step. The lighting and colors are soft and natural, which makes the scene feel real and ambiguous. There is no background music except the man singing the nursery rhyme(which is very strange) but by the end, the song feels emotional. It becomes a way to calm someone in pain. The crying, singing, and quiet moments all work together to create a strong feeling.

In the end the film is short but very powerful even without dialogue. It is a clear example of "show, don't tell". It hit hard with how camera  work  changes  the how we see the story. It short but powerful and leaves a lasting impression.


#Visualstorytelling #IVS2025 #UniMACIFT

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

LEKLEBI GROUP 2 (LAZY SUSAN)

The Groups preview of the comedy film Lazy Susan. This movie is about a woman who is lazy and doesn’t try to improve her life until everything starts to fall apart.The movie follows Susan O’Connell, a woman who avoids work, has no job, and lives with her mother. She blames others for her problems and does nothing to change her situation.But when her boyfriend leaves her, her family gets upset, and she feels alone, Susan starts to think about her life. Slowly, she begins to try and change for the better.It’s never too late to change.Family and friends can help us grow.We all need to take responsibility for our lives.There is comedy in everyday struggles.Characters and Performances. Susan is played by Sean Hayes. He gives a funny and creative performance, even though he is a man playing a woman. Other great actors include Allison Janney (as Susan’s sister), Matthew Broderick (as her ex-boyfriend), and Jim Rash (as her loyal friend). All the actors bring humor, emotion, and life to the st...
Read more

REVIEW OF ''WORK'' BY SUZZY OKAI

Image
DIRECTED BY ANEIL KARIA PRODUCED BY FILM4 & SGO PRODUCTIONS A Cinephile’s Deep Dive into Work by Aneil Karia: A Haunting 13-Minute Journey As a self-confessed short film enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for those rare cinematic gems that crawl under your skin and refuse to leave. Aneil Karia’s Work, a BAFTA-nominated masterpiece featured on Short of the Week, is one such treasure. Clocking in at just 10 minutes, this drama about a teenage girl named Jess has left me reeling, and as I reflect on its layers today at 12:38 PM GMT on June 20, 2025, I can’t help but sing its praises—though, with Karia’s filmmaking, hyperbole feels almost unnecessary. Work hit me like a punch to the gut from the very first frame. Its story engages instantly, plunging us into the exhausting routine of Jess, an aspiring dancer battling through a day filled with bullying, harassment, and abuse. I imagine it opens with a raw, unfiltered glimpse of her world—maybe a shaky handheld shot of her navigating ...
Read more

Work

Image
 LEKLEBIIVS25 Posted by: Normanyo Elizabeth  BFAMPP28002   06/22/2025  01:34 PM Film Analysis: “Work” by Aneil Karia   Aneil Karia’s short film Work is a deeply emotional and visually powerful piece that captures the quiet intensity of a young woman’s daily struggles. From the opening scene, the film immediately pulls the viewer into her world, using movement, sound, and silence to create a story that is both specific and universal. Without relying on much dialogue, the film communicates heavy themes like emotional trauma, social pressure, and the often-unseen impact of racism. The story unfolds over the course of a single day, yet the emotional weight suggests a much longer history of inner pain and exhaustion. The main character, a young Black woman, goes about her routine, but something inside her is clearly building. The tension grows as the day progresses, and by the end, it erupts—not through words, but through her body in a raw, heartbreaking dan...
Read more