Sennuwy - Psychological Thriller Short Film (Seeking RED Komodo DP for high-contrast, strobe-lit climax)Urgent

Production Assistant is needed in Atlanta, United States.

I am looking for a cinematographer to shoot a psychological thriller short film here in Atlanta. We are planning a 3 day weekend shoot at a single interior location for late November or early December. Visually, the film starts in a space of claustrophobic religious tension and eventually descends into a blinding, high fashion editorial nightmare.

I really want a true collaborator to help build out this world. We need someone who understands moody narrative storytelling, how to creatively shape shadows to build tension, and how to beautifully light darker skin tones.

On the technical side, the climax of the film builds into a rapid fire, high contrast strobe sequence. To pull this off without flash banding, we need to shoot on a RED Komodo or another true global shutter cinema camera. If you own such a camera, great, but if not, we can always rent one locally. I am much more interested in your creative eye and your technical experience with that specific sensor.

When you apply, please share your reel. I am really looking to see your narrative work rather than corporate or event footage. I want to see your ability to shape shadows, build tension with high contrast lighting, and bring these characters to life.

Budget range:
Medium project ($1,500 – 3,000 USD)

Examples:
maatopolis.com

About the client
I’m Fordang Nibalum, an Atlanta-based writer and director, and the founder of Maatopolis Films. My focus is on bringing balance to mainstream media by illuminating sidelined narratives through powerful, purposeful storytelling. For me, every frame has to mean something. I’m currently gearing up to produce a highly ambitious psychological thriller short film, and I’m looking to connect with skilled, passionate collaborators who want to help build something truly cinematic.