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Scripted film / 2024 / 11'

Starling

Just Be Nice Studios

A Just Be Nice Studios production.

After a tough working week, Charlotte arrives early for a rooftop dinner date. Finding the lift broken, her climb upstairs reveals there's more to her night than meets the eye. A zero-budget short film, shot in 24 hours in spring 2024.

From the film.

Frames & making

Starling - still 1 — Starling · Film still 1

Starling - still 2 — Starling · Film still 2

Starling - still 3 — Starling · Film still 3

Starling - still 4 — Starling · Film still 4

Starling - still 5 — Starling · Film still 5

The people behind the work

Credits.

Written and directed by: JIJO
Cast: Margherita Barbieri
Music: Martin Gauffin
VFX: Ege Tankut Erinc
Cinematography and edit: JIJO
Production company: Just Be Nice Studios

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