In a tragic incident with a loved one, Kotaro comes to terms with himself; connecting with an ancient ancestral katana belonging to his late father driving him through a dark path of revenge.
"Shadow’s Edge," completed in 2024, is a student film set in London that follows the journey of a young protagonist navigating a dystopian world.. This smaller personal project follows the journey of a young protagonist navigating a dystopian world. Despite having little budget, the film benefited from our increased availability, experience with equipment, and significantly improved professionalism. These factors made the filming process much smoother and more efficient compared to earlier projects.
The film was completed successfully, showcasing our ability to deliver high-quality work despite budget constraints. The smooth and efficient filming process was a testament to our improved preparation and professional conduct. "Shadow’s Edge" received positive feedback for its visual and audio quality, highlighting the effectiveness of our collaborative efforts and technical skills.
In "Shadow’s Edge," I served as both Gaffer and Boom Operator. As the Gaffer, I was responsible for the lighting design and implementation, ensuring the visual tone matched the dystopian theme. As the Boom Operator, I handled the audio recording, ensuring clear and high-quality sound capture throughout the production.
The primary challenge was working with no budget, which required us to be resourceful and creative with the available equipment. However, our previous experiences and increased professionalism allowed us to handle these challenges more effectively. We were better prepared, which resulted in fewer problems during shoot days. The project also benefited from our improved technical skills, making the entire process smoother and quicker.
"Shadow’s Edge" turned out to be a successful project, demonstrating our growth in terms of technical skills and professional conduct. The film's visual and audio quality were significantly enhanced by our effective use of lighting and sound equipment. This project reinforced the importance of preparation, experience, and professionalism in achieving high-quality results, even with limited resources.
Working with Matteo on 'Shadow’s Edge' was a great experience. His dual roles as Gaffer and Boom Operator were executed with a high level of professionalism and skill. Matteo's ability to adapt and deliver quality work, despite budget constraints, was impressive. I look forward to our continued collaboration in future projects.
