Yaazhi

Yaazhi is written and directed by Lingeshwer S, who brings a bold dystopian vision to life through this powerful short film.

The film is set in a dystopian world and blends fiction with documentary elements, making it a unique docu-fiction that captures just a moment in a vast battlefield.

Writers Sriaswini and Lingeshwer S created an original gibberish language from scratch by blending sounds and influences from multiple major world languages, giving the film a distinct and universal feel.

Writer Kathiravan Annamalai contributed deeply to the script, adding emotional weight and literary strength to enhance the film's message and tone.

The entire short film was shot in just 8 hours, using mostly single-shot sequences, showcasing intense planning, coordination, and artistic control.

The protagonist actor trained and rehearsed for two months to prepare for the demanding role in this 30-minute film, demonstrating deep commitment to performance and physical storytelling.

More than just a short film, Yaazhi is a poetic, visual experience about the collapse of hope, the burden of survival, and the silent war within.