Selection
Grand Jury Choice – Official Selection 2024

YOU ARE EARLY

Short
0:13:00 mins
Singapore
English
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Synopsis

Owen returns to his apartment, only to face a perilous encounter that quickly turns into a tense psychological game. His calm demeanour and cryptic remarks hint at a hidden agenda, blurring the line between predator and prey. As a mysterious phone call raises further suspicions, the film’s twists and dark humour keep viewers questioning Owen’s true identity until the shocking final revelation.

Title: 

YOU ARE EARLY

Award Year: 

2024

Director: 

ASHISH SHARMA

Casts: 

LEE WOK TRINH, AGNES LOH, KRIS MAVERICKO

Other Credits:

Film Editor: ASHISH SHARMA, ASHUTOSH KAUSHIK; COLORIST: AHSAN ZAFAR; PRODUCTION TEAM: SHAKIRIN SHAH, VISHNU, HEMANTH, DJ, BIN BIN QUILA

Producer: 

ASHISH SHARMA, GEETA KHANNA, SANJAY ARORA

Writer: 

ROBERT BRUINEWOUD

Festival: 

2024

Category: 

Short15

Country: 

Singapore

Language: 

English

Director's Statement

As a filmmaker, I am deeply fascinated by the complexities of human nature and the psychological undercurrents that drive our actions. I wanted to delve into the darker sides of the human experience, exploring themes of morality, identity, and the often-blurred lines between right and wrong. My latest short film is a reflection of this ongoing exploration and it delves in the heart of suspense, tension, and the unexpected twists that shape our human experiences. Through this project, I sought to craft a narrative that keeps audiences on edge, challenging their perceptions of the characters and their motives. I am thrilled to share this film with audiences and film festivals worldwide.

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