WORK | Short Film  Analysis


TITLE- WORK

https://youtu.be/nkqgjsMDYho?si=nLVlBR1EUdip8ADF



This film  is intense and i was really emotional, It's about a teenage girl navigating an ordinary day in London, but under the surface, she's struggling with emotional weight and societal pressures. The story is powerful and emotional, with unexpected moments that feel impactful. This is a film that will make one to feel and reflect on the emotional struggles of others.

If you’ve ever felt your day untie due to something unfair, this film will resonate. It doesn’t show you the world, trust me,it makes you feel it.



Jess, a talented young Black lady  dancer trying to make her way in London,appears under pressure from the very start. She struggles to make progress in her dance journey, and the constant pressure and criticism from her coach is dragging her down. Though she remains silent, it's evident she's barely keeping her emotions in check. As the day goes, it becomes apparent that she's battling inner demons that she holds back from showing


In this camera frame, we see Jess's face marked by with much tension. Her eyes are focused yet uncertain, Jess’s expression doesn’t scream,it whispers. Her anxiety, or inner conflict is emotionally charged, but never exaggerated This is a person navigating something far deeper than words can say.She speaks little, but her expressions, posture, and eyes say everything.


Visually, the film feels raw and immersive. A handheld camera trails Jess closely, offering her little room to breathe and drawing us into her world. The colours are subdued and grey-toned, echoing the emotional heaviness she carries through the city. The sound design stands out good, but through the layered noise of urban life. The hum of trains, fragments of conversation, and hurried footsteps build into a relentless rhythm that reflects the pressure mounting inside her.


STORY BREAKDOWN

Main Character (Protagonist): Jess is the central figure in Work, a young Black woman living in London, portrayed by Jasmine Breinburg. She’s a dancer and a quiet observer of the world around her. But beneath her composed surface, she’s battling emotions.

Her Goal; She try to survive the day without breaking down. Whether it’s at dance practice, on public transport, or at work, she pushes through discomfort, frustration, and alienation. She doesn’t want to draw attention to herself. She wants to function, to stay strong, to keep moving


Antagonist & His/ her Goal; There’s no one person who plays the traditional role of the "bad guy." Instead, the antagonist is systemic made up of the microaggressions, pressures, and power imbalances Jess faces throughout her day.

This includes:

  • Her dance coach – who speaks to her in a condescending way

  • Co-workers and strangers – who ignore her, interrupt her, or treat her with indifference

  • The city itself – which constantly invades her space and leaves no room for vulnerability

Conflict; Jess’s main struggle is holding back her emotions in a world that doesn’t allow her to express them. She wants to remain composed and "functional," but the weight of her feelings frustration, exhaustion, anger builds throughout the day.

Climax; Jess’s emotions finally boil over in a powerful moment, shaped by the overwhelming weight of everything she’s endured.

Resolution;After her emotional release, the world around her remains unmoved. Strangers pass by without acknowledgement, the city carries on as if nothing happened. 



Directed by: Aneil Karia

Written by: Aneil Karia

Review by: Awuku Daniel

Index Number: BFAMPP28006

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