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Life Lost is not the same as Life Taken.
Lost is a story that explores the themes of loneliness, inner battles, and
helplessness. The protagonist has no “name” in the film and is seen going
through a series of emotions that feel both rushed and deliberate, each serving a
purpose within the narrative.
In the opening two minutes, the film symbolizes the struggle and mental turmoil
that one experiences in intense situations at a thought level, particularly when
grappling with the desire to escape from the reality.
As the story progresses, the character becomes both expressive and reactive,
engaging in a series of mundane activities that seem to provide some comfort to
him. A timer, counting down an hour, heightens the tension as the character grows
increasingly anxious as time passes.
The film ends with a moment of revelation, where the character's journey becomes
clear, tying together the events shown and offering clarity to the emotions and
experiences portrayed.
- Year2025
- Runtime9 minutes
- CountryUnited States
- PremiereTexas Premiere
- AwardsHyperreal Film Club Official Selection, Reale Film Festival - Best Super Short, Tamizhagam International Film Festival - Best Actor
- DirectorRohit Battepati
- ScreenwriterRohit Battepati
- FilmmakerRohit Battepati
Life Lost is not the same as Life Taken.
Lost is a story that explores the themes of loneliness, inner battles, and
helplessness. The protagonist has no “name” in the film and is seen going
through a series of emotions that feel both rushed and deliberate, each serving a
purpose within the narrative.
In the opening two minutes, the film symbolizes the struggle and mental turmoil
that one experiences in intense situations at a thought level, particularly when
grappling with the desire to escape from the reality.
As the story progresses, the character becomes both expressive and reactive,
engaging in a series of mundane activities that seem to provide some comfort to
him. A timer, counting down an hour, heightens the tension as the character grows
increasingly anxious as time passes.
The film ends with a moment of revelation, where the character's journey becomes
clear, tying together the events shown and offering clarity to the emotions and
experiences portrayed.
- Year2025
- Runtime9 minutes
- CountryUnited States
- PremiereTexas Premiere
- AwardsHyperreal Film Club Official Selection, Reale Film Festival - Best Super Short, Tamizhagam International Film Festival - Best Actor
- DirectorRohit Battepati
- ScreenwriterRohit Battepati
- FilmmakerRohit Battepati