A ride-hailing driver, facing a series of misfortunes, buys a fish to release in hopes of changing his luck. However, he discovers that he can understand the fish's speech. At the fish's request, he postpones his release plans. Meanwhile, memories of a childhood chemical factory persistently resurface in his mind.
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About the film
I aim to tell a lighthearted and amusing story that brings warmth while subtly revealing the inescapable loneliness present in contemporary society.
The film alternates between three types of visual materials: the flickering light and shadows of diary films, the narrative told through black-and-white images, and the raw, unedited footage. These elements interact in unique ways, creating a special dynamic.
I also want to capture fragments of the times within the narrative. In this era, the smartphone has become the most widely used tool for capturing images, serving as a testament to the time itself. Thus, I chose to use it as my filming tool.
About the author
Haolun Jiang
Haolun Jiang is a full-time master’s student in film production at the Central Academy of Drama (China). His short films have been selected for prestigious festivals, including the China Golden Rooster Awards, Berlin Short Film Festival, Australia International Smartphone Film Festival (SF3), Peking University Student International Film Festival, Macau International Film Festival, and Guangzhou University Student Film Festival.
Featured at festival
SF3
17/11/2024
Sydney, Australia