Experiencing Interruptions?

BOUND BY MOTION

A young woman wakes up in a confined, windowless room, wearing a homemade motion capture suit. Controlled by a mysterious captor who calls himself “Cowboy,” she must navigate his bizarre demands to get free and uncover the truth behind her imprisonment.

  • Matt Mantou
    Director
  • Federico Bordolesi
    Writer
  • Matt Mantou
    Writer
  • Matt Mantou
    Producer
  • Federico Bordolesi
    Producer
  • Valerio Di Pietro
    Producer
  • Gina Rose
    Key Cast
    "Anna"
  • Stefania Cuozzo
    Key Cast
    "Shedroid"
  • Danny Piccini
    Key Cast
    "Cowboy"
  • Matt Mantou
    Editor
  • Federico Anglano
    Director of Photography
  • Alessio Peebes
    Assistant D.o.P.
  • Michele Burgalassi
    Sound
  • Aurora Moriconi
    Production design / Make-up
  • Giovanna Santo
    Costume design
  • Sara Esposito
    Production assistant
  • Florian Purkarthofer
    Colourist
  • Santo Veltri
    Associate producers
  • Adrian Reynolds
    Script editor
  • Federico Bordolesi
    Props
  • Francesco Bordolesi
    Props
  • Sharon Chiama
    Props
  • Liz Ng
    Sound mix & mastering
  • Martin Lemos
    Soundtrack
  • Francesco Saporito
    Soundtrack
  • Noemi Bordolesi
    Runners
  • Emiliano Brizzi
    Runners
  • Matteo Di Pietro
    VFX
    ALLEGED
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Sci-Fi
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 1, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    2,200 EUR
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    Italy
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Matt Mantou

Matt Mantou (Matteo Di Pietro) is an award-winning Creative Video Producer and Motion Designer with over a decade of experience in the advertisement industry. He has crafted captivating visual content for renowned companies like Serif Europe Ltd and Sony Pictures Entertainment. His recent work includes leading innovative projects, developing augmented reality and 3D designs as, and producing compelling visual effects and production design for short films such as “Alleged” and “She Will Play On.”

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Director Statement

As a passionate advocate for science fiction, I relish the opportunity to critique and highlight the weaknesses of today’s society through engaging and fantastical storytelling. This film embodies this approach, inviting viewers to reflect on the profound themes of control, technology, and human connection.

Inspired by my background in advertisement and short forms, I believe every scene in a short film should be treated like a ‘promo,’ with a fast-paced edit and rhythmic cuts that leave viewers wanting more. This method, much like advertising, aims to convey a powerful message succinctly while leaving gaps for the audience to fill with their own thoughts.

Even though I have extensive experience in VFX and CGI/3D, for this project, I chose to avoid heavy CGI. Instead, I embraced practical effects, props, and makeup, inspired by many 80s-90s movies. I believe in the old-school way of filmmaking, using VFX and CGI lightly to enhance the story rather than dominate it. This approach brings a tangible, authentic feel to the film, paying homage to the classic era of cinema while delivering a modern, impactful narrative.

With my first film, I sought to experiment with this approach to see how it resonates with the audience. My goal is to create a thought-provoking experience that stays with viewers long after the credits roll, encouraging them to ponder the complexities and ethical dilemmas presented in the film.