The Tramp

"The Tramp" follows a homeless teenager who finds solace in his passion for cinema. An unexpected act of kindness from a movie theater cashier renews his hope, illustrating how compassion can brighten even the darkest times.

Date
2022
DIRECTOR
Kinga Bogacka, Matteo Festa
Type
Short Film

Overview

"The Tramp" tells the poignant story of a homeless teenager struggling both mentally and physically. Despite his harsh reality, he finds solace in his passion for cinema, a world where he can momentarily escape. An unexpected act of kindness from a movie theater cashier renews his hope, showing him that even in the darkest times, compassion can light the way. This project marked my first experience as a director. While the shoot was enjoyable, it presented numerous challenges due to my inexperience in balancing various tasks.

Result

Although "The Tramp" may not have been the best film produced due to my lack of experience, it was a significant learning opportunity.

The difficulties faced during the production taught me valuable lessons in time management, organisation, and multitasking.

Despite its flaws, the project served as a crucial stepping stone in my development as a filmmaker, highlighting areas for improvement and setting the foundation for future successes.

My Role

In this project, I took on director and editor roles.

Challenges and Experience

This was the first project I directed, and although it was a fun experience, it was also quite challenging. I struggled to balance all the different tasks and responsibilities, such as timekeeping, organising the shoot, and keeping track of shots and actors. My lack of experience made it difficult to manage these aspects effectively, leading to a less polished final product.

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