Malbec
A bold film exploring the darker side of human instincts, shot in two distinct modes of filmmaking. Malbec blends found-footage realism with high-definition cinematic storytelling, slowly unraveling dual narratives across a gripping 28 minutes.
[OVERVIEW]
Malbec is a cinematic experiment that shifts its language mid-film. The first half unfolds as raw found footage, shot on a handheld camcorder, immersing the viewer in gritty realism. At midpoint, the perspective transforms—captured on RED Dragon 8K—ushering the audience into a polished, unsettling cinematic experience.
Year
2023
Category
Film · Experimental · Cinematic
Client
Galactale (In-house Production)
Location
Forest of Kanchenjunga
[BEHIND THE SHOT]
CREATIVE DIRECTION
The film was designed as a narrative puzzle—two storylines running in parallel, slowly converging over 28 minutes. The stylistic shift from found-footage chaos to cinematic precision mirrors the unraveling of the story’s darker themes.
CINEMATOGRAPHY APPROACH
First Half (Found Footage): Handheld camcorder, natural lighting, raw sound design for authenticity.
Second Half (Cinematic): RED Dragon 8K, controlled lighting setups, immersive soundscapes for heightened intensity.
EXECUTION
Wrote and directed under Galactale’s in-house creative lab.
Two filming styles seamlessly integrated in one narrative.
Story built around tension, secrecy, and eventual revelation.
28-minute runtime, designed for festival and platform showcase.
