Private Project

Echoes from the Abyss

Amidst the chilling embrace of an Arctic nightmare and the looming Polar Nights, Persian scientist Dr. Parvaneh embarks on an exploration. Little does she know, her encounter with something horrifying will not only seal her own fate but also irreversibly alter the ominous course of all humanity.

  • Shamila Lengsfeld
    Director
  • Shamila Lengsfeld
    Writer
  • Project Type:
    Animation
  • Genres:
    Horror, Mystery
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 57 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    March 11, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    Czechia
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Shamila Lengsfeld

Born in Konstanz, Germany, as a half Iranian-German, Shamila’s passion for cinema ignited in her youth. Joining a local art house cinema’s film club at 14, she delved into film projects, youth programming, and film projection. Later, she pursued a Bachelor of Digital Filmmaking at SAE Institute Cologne until 2016. Afterward, she had the opportunity to spend half a year at the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles, deepening her directing skills.
Passionate about technology and its potential in filmmaking, Shamila developed a strong affinity for visual effects. As a freelance director and writer, she crafted multiple independent short films. Notably, “Blake” earned the GERMAN NEWCOMER FILM AWARD at Hannover Int. Filmfestival in 2018. Her films often feature strong female leads, frequently exploring science fiction with LGBTQ themes. Shamila aims to evoke empathy, provoke thought, and highlight the resilience of individuals facing adversity. With her unique background as both half-Iranian and queer, her journey weaves a narrative of passionate dedication to storytelling, a commitment to amplifying diverse voices, and a fusion of technology and VFX in the cinematic realm

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