UNDERNEATH : Animation Short Film (Thesis Film) 2022
Summary
TLDRIn a dystopian world, Afra and Zell struggle to maintain their crumbling city. A mysterious figure offers an escape to Ocean City by taking a transformative pill. Zell, desperate, takes it, leaving Afra behind. Transformed into a fish-like creature, Zell discovers Ocean City's utopian facade and returns to warn Afra. As the city collapses, Afra must decide between accepting change or clinging to the past, facing the moral dilemma of fixing what's broken or embracing transformation.
Takeaways
- 😔 Characters are in a difficult, frustrating environment, struggling with a sense of despair.
- 🤝 Two main characters, Afra and Zell, are trying to fix something together in a place that seems broken.
- 💊 A mysterious figure offers the characters a pill to escape to 'Ocean City,' promising a better life.
- 🤨 Afra is skeptical and questions the trustworthiness of the people offering the escape, while Zell is more willing to take the risk.
- 😠 There is tension between Afra and Zell, with Afra accusing Zell of giving up and abandoning her by taking the pill.
- 🏚️ The environment around them is collapsing, symbolizing the dire state of their current world.
- 🐟 Afra notices strange changes in Zell after taking the pill, including the appearance of a tail.
- 😨 Afra is scared of change and hesitant to leave for Ocean City, even though the world around her is falling apart.
- 🤔 Zell tries to convince Afra that things in their current world can't be fixed and that moving on is necessary.
- 🌊 The concept of Ocean City represents a new beginning, but it also comes with fear, uncertainty, and transformation for the characters.
Q & A
What is the main conflict in the script?
-The main conflict is between the characters' desire to escape their deteriorating environment and the moral dilemma of taking a pill to join the Ocean City, which involves changing their physical form.
Who are Afra and Zell, and what is their relationship?
-Afra and Zell are two characters in the script who meet and interact with each other. Afra is trying to fix something, and Zell offers to help, indicating a cooperative relationship.
What does the pill offered by the leader represent?
-The pill represents a chance to leave their current miserable life behind and join the Ocean City, symbolizing a drastic change and the abandonment of their current identity.
Why is the city described as 'dying'?
-The city is described as 'dying' because it is falling apart, with buildings collapsing and a lack of freedom and privacy, indicating a place that is no longer sustainable or desirable to live in.
What is the significance of the playground in the script?
-The playground is significant as it seems to be a place of realization for the characters, where they acknowledge the city's state and consider the option of taking the pill to escape.
What transformation does taking the pill cause?
-Taking the pill causes the characters to transform into fish, which is a physical change that allows them to join the Ocean City but also signifies a loss of their human form.
Why does Zell return to the city after visiting the Ocean City?
-Zell returns to the city to tell Afra about the Ocean City, hoping that Afra might change their mind about not wanting to join, suggesting that the Ocean City might be better than expected.
What is the moral dilemma faced by the characters?
-The moral dilemma faced by the characters is whether to accept the transformation and escape to the Ocean City or to stay and try to fix their crumbling city, despite the seemingly futile effort.
How does the script explore the theme of identity?
-The script explores the theme of identity through the characters' struggle with their physical transformation and the decision to leave their current life behind, questioning what it means to be themselves.
What is the role of the 'foreign' and '[Music]' notations in the script?
-The 'foreign' and '[Music]' notations likely indicate moments of foreign language dialogue or musical interludes, adding to the atmosphere and emotional tone of the script.
What does the character's refusal to go to the Ocean City signify?
-The character's refusal to go to the Ocean City signifies a resistance to change and a desire to maintain their current identity, even in the face of a deteriorating environment.
Outlines
🤝 Encounter and Collaboration
The first paragraph introduces two characters, Afra and Zell, who meet in a deteriorating environment. Afra expresses frustration with their surroundings, and Zell offers help in fixing a problem. They engage in a conversation where Zell learns Afra's name and they decide to collaborate. Afra is skeptical about being 'fixed' but agrees to work together. The narrative includes moments of kindness, such as Zell bringing Afra's favorite drink, and tension as they face a challenging task. The paragraph concludes with a sense of unease and the characters' worry about the stability of their environment.
💊 Decision and Transformation
In the second paragraph, the narrative shifts to a more dramatic turn. A persuasive speaker promises a better life in 'Ocean City' and offers a transformative pill to the inhabitants. Afra and Zell discuss the offer, with Afra initially hesitant but eventually taking the pill, leading to a transformation. Zell, shocked by the change, confronts Afra about the decision. Afra defends the choice, arguing it's the best option for escaping a dying city. The paragraph ends with a dramatic revelation of a monster, adding a layer of fear and uncertainty to their situation.
🏗️ Collapse and Resistance
The third paragraph continues the story with a sense of urgency as a building collapses and Zell seeks Afra's help. Afra, now transformed, is resistant to returning to their old life and is dismissive of Zell's pleas. The paragraph explores themes of change, resistance to it, and the struggle between maintaining one's identity and adapting to new realities. The narrative ends with a poignant moment where Afra chooses to continue 'fixing' despite the overwhelming odds, suggesting a stubborn determination to hold onto the past.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Fixing
💡Freedom
💡Surviving
💡Pill
💡Ocean City
💡Transformation
💡Decay
💡Trust
💡Choice
💡Abandonment
💡Fear
Highlights
Afra expresses dissatisfaction with their current environment, calling it 'full of crap'.
Zell introduces himself and offers to help Afra with a task, showcasing a collaborative spirit.
Afra's reluctance to accept help and her determination to fix things on her own are evident.
Afra's appreciation for a favorite item brought by an unnamed individual, indicating a personal touch in their interactions.
The unnamed individual's reassurance to Afra that they can rest after their task is completed.
Afra's worry about the stability of their environment, as she mentions a 'plate still falling down'.
The introduction of a charismatic leader promising to lead people out of their 'miserable place'.
The leader's critique of the current land, highlighting the lack of freedom and privacy.
The offer of a 'pill' as a means to escape to a better place, Ocean City, which raises ethical questions.
Afra's skepticism and refusal to take the pill, showing her critical thinking and resistance to manipulation.
Zell's transformation into a 'fish' and his return to convince Afra to join him, indicating a change of heart.
Afra's refusal to accept Zell's transformation and her determination to stay and fix the city.
The collapse of the building and the urgency for Afra to help, highlighting the dire situation.
Zell's realization that the city is not as bad as he thought and his attempt to persuade Afra to reconsider.
Afra's fear and reluctance to change, emphasizing the emotional struggle of the characters.
The final scene where Afra is left to decide her fate, encapsulating the theme of choice and consequence.
Transcripts
foreign
[Music]
foreign
[Music]
foreign
[Music]
God I hate this place
are you okay
no this place full of crap
hmm what are you doing
what's your name I'm Afra you okay ephra
I'm trying to fix this wanna help
I'm Zell by the way nice to meet you you
know how to fix this yeah but it would
be a lot easier with your help
remember Afra nothing keep me fixed
foreign
here I brought you a favorite thanks sir
oh
this one is tough no problem and it's
the last you can get some rest now
well
I hope so
I know I'm kind of worried too after
everything was done this plate is still
falling down
foreign
[Music]
[Music]
[Music]
greetings people of the land
we are here to lead you out of this
miserable place
let me tell you what I mean
this land
where you call home
is no longer a good place for you to
stay
you can barely keep things from falling
apart
but not only that here you have no
Freedom no privacy no
but worry not my guys I'm here to help I
prison you I qualify with this you are
given a chance to join us we will guide
you to a place where you can live
instead of just surviving
the Ocean City
all you have to do is to take this pill
and leave everything here behind
who would be so stupid I would do it
so sick of this place
foreign
don't be shy
[Music]
hey are you all right
yeah I'm good
what's wrong oh
my God
[Music]
no no
[Music]
no
so what have you done
why we could finally get out of here I
know but you took the pill right away
without any hesitation come on think can
we trust these people you're gonna turn
into fish
listen Afra afterward we saw the
playground you and I both know there's
nothing we can do anymore taking this
pill is our best option so that's it
you're just gonna give up like that
what a loser
what a loser no one can fix a dying City
gosh pull yourself together can't you
see the playground's already singing
what did she just say we are gonna die
[Applause]
thank you
don't worry
you can also join her next time with you
have a nice day
[Music]
huh
stupid fish what I can also join her who
said I want to
see
I don't believe it
here you go oh thanks
[Music]
ah
oh my God monster there's monster here
help someone help calm down ephra it's
me Sail
cell
oh my God cell yeah
um well I just wanted to say I am sorry
I really didn't mean to do that but
everything happened so fast and I know I
should have discussed it with you first
you basically just abandoned me now let
me guess the city is not that great like
you expected
no quite opposite it was so good that I
have to come back here just to tell you
maybe you might change your mind first
of all
is that a tail
ephra the building's collapsing we need
your help right down
you gotta be kidding me
you know what I don't have time for this
goodbye
[Music]
you have to come to the Ocean City
people down there they are right
[Music]
you can't fix a collapsed building I
can't fix it
you're the one who told me that nothing
can be fake I don't understand sometimes
things aren't supposed to be fixed they
are supposed to be ashamed no you don't
understand I don't want to change I
don't want to go to the Ocean City
how can you live with yourself looking
like that I'm scared
I know it's hard but you have to move on
I'm sure there's nothing scary
no way you freak
[Music]
foreign
[Music]
no I'm still fixing just give me a bit
more time what are you trying to fix
what did he do come on after all ocean
people be sweating why did you just call
me
call me one who's stupid but trusting a
fish oh my God
[Music]
no no it's not the time I really don't
want to go I'm not ready
[Music]
thank you
foreign
foreign
[Music]
[Music]
[Music]
foreign
foreign
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