The Desk - Short Film

The Desk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_kIyihNd-A

This short film is 7 minutes and 43 seconds long, for this storyline that is an appropriate length of time.
The director effectively shows the loneliness experienced by the main character through certain shots and angles. By using a tracking shot following the character down the hallway in a medium shot, it clearly emphasises how there is no one for him in the background and passes everyone by without a glance. Because the shot is medium it is clear to see both his surroundings and his expression, which is unhappy and lifeless.Throughout the film there is a repetition of medium or close up shots which is effective in emphasising the emotions experienced by the main character, linking in with the plot.

There is no dialogue used throughout the short, which can also contribute to the alienation by giving the character no power of speech the audience can relate to the character as shy and withdrawn. All communication takes place on 'the desk' and is an ideal connection between two shy alienated characters to communicate.