Production pack - Experimental film

 PRODUCTION PACK



Experimental Film – Glitch in Reality




Directed by: Abdullah



Genre: Experimental



Duration: 3 minutes



Language: No dialogue




1. SYNOPSIS


A masked character drifts through a surreal world where reality begins to fall apart. Reflections

disobey physics, time moves in reverse, and the character's connection to the real world fades. As

visual glitches intensify, the line between the conscious self and subconscious blurs — until the

character vanishes, leaving only the mask behind.



2. CONCEPT & THEMES


This film explores the fragility of perception and reality. It symbolizes psychological breakdown,

digital overstimulation, and the search for identity through visual storytelling. There is no dialogue;

instead, the film uses glitch effects, match cuts, and symbolic visuals to portray the breakdown of

reality.



Symbolic Elements:


– The Mask: Hides identity, represents detachment from self


– The Mirror: Self-perception and alternate realities


– The Clock: Fragile concept of time, reversibility


– The Smoke: Inner chaos and fading presence


– The Shadow/Soul: Duality of self and subconscious


– Glitches and Blur: Visual representation of instability and confusion



3. ARTIST STATEMENT


Glitch in Reality is a personal exploration of distorted consciousness and disconnection from reality.

It reflects how digital dependence and psychological stress fracture one’s sense of identity. With no spoken words, the film communicates entirely through visual language — abstract, haunting, and

emotionally resonant.



4. TREATMENT / SCENE BREAKDOWN

00:00 – 00:10

The character (unmasked) sleeps. A mask fades in as an overlay. He opens his eyes.


00:10 – 00:14

Handheld window shot to show a sense of external chaos.


00:14 – 00:26

On a train platform. A screen shows a train moving. The character stands still — out of sync 


00:26 – 00:31

Each letter of “REALITY” flashes briefly on a keyboard — glitch effect and match cuts.


00:31 – 00:47

The masked face glitches using tripod-mounted slow shutter blur.


00:47 – 01:13

Mirror scene: the reflection moves independently from the character.


01:13 – 01:31

Walking in slow shutter motion. POV alternates with long shot, representing his altered perception.


01:31 – 01:56

He opens a cupboard. A small clock hangs inside. He disappears. The clock begins to tick in reverse


01:56 – 02:05

His shadow walks through him and continues forward — symbolizing dissociation.


02:05 – 02:17

Smoke leaks from the mask as the character stands still.


02:17 – 02:26

He stares outside the window. Glitches. He falls.


02:26 – 02:52

The character reads a book upside down, glitches again, then disappears. The mask is left hanging by the window.



5. STYLE & TECHNIQUES


– Practical effects: masks, mirrors, shadows, smoke


– Camera experiments: handheld, tripod slow shutter blur, POV alternation


– Digital editing: glitch overlays, reverse time, frame skipping


– Sound design: abstract ambient sounds (no voiceovers or dialogue)


– Visual tone: minimal, symbolic, dreamlike



6. CREW & PARTICIPANTS


– Director, DOP, Actor, Editor: Abdullah Kashif



7. PRODUCTION SCHEDULE


– Pre-Production: 1 week (testing glitch effects, props, shot planning)


– Production: 2 to 3 days


– Post-Production:2-3 days (editing, glitch effects, sound design)



8. EQUIPMENT & RESOURCES


– Camera: Sony a6700


– Lens: Sigma 18–50mm f/2.8


– Tripod, handheld rig, smoke machine, mirrors


– Editing software: DaVinci Resolve


– No external budget — all setups DIY using personal equipment



9. RECCE PICTURES


















10. TARGET AUDIENCE

– Experimental film lovers


– Film students and media artists


– Short film festival audiences


– Digital art communities


11. DISTRIBUTION PLAN


– Instagram and TikTok (short versions and teasers)


– YouTube (full version)


– University screenings


– Submissions to experimental and student short film festivals




12. INTENDED IMPACT


This film will visually challenge how we view ourselves and our surroundings. It reflects how easily

our understanding of reality can distort especially in today’s overstimulated, digital world. The goal

is to invite viewers into a dreamlike experience that feels both personal and universal.

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