Origins

Sculptor Beppe experiences a loss of inspiration while working with modern technologies, and his creativity seems to stagnate. He accidentally encounters a girl who appears to be a living sculpture but turns out to be an illusion of his mind. This encounter leads him to the decision to return to working with real materials. A young man who observed it all purchases Beppe's sculpture and undergoes a magical transformation, discovering a new dimension of art.

  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Director
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Writer
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Producer
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    DOP
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Production designer
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Edit
  • Julia Kozhuhova
    Director of Talent
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Special effects designer
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Cameraman
  • Julia Kozhuhova
    Makeup&hairstyle
  • Matteo Agazzi
    Drone pilot
  • Viktoriya Gorbunova
    Sound Operator
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Sound design
  • Fedor Gorbunov
    Color grading
  • Denis Ivantsov
    Assist
  • Viktoriya Gorbunova
    Assist
  • Beppe Borella
    Key Cast
    "Beppe Borella"
  • Julia Kozhuhova
    Key Cast
    "Inspiration"
    Kupi menya (2018) by Vadim Perelman Where The Light Ends (2022) by Sin Yu Sofia We are mirrors (2021) by Roman Fitilyov
  • Denis Ivantsov
    Key Cast
    "Customer"
  • Julia Kozhuhova
    2nd camera/backstage
    Armani Exchange “Dusk Orange” by Anton Reva
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short, Other
  • Genres:
    Sci-Fi, Dramma, Biography
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes 51 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 1, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 EUR
  • Country of Origin:
    Italy
  • Country of Filming:
    Italy
  • Language:
    English
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Fedor Gorbunov

Born on July 26, 1999, in Mariupol, Ukraine, my destiny has been intertwined with the magic of cinema from the very beginning. Despite pursuing a degree in international logistics at the Admiral Makarov Maritime State University of Maritime and Inland Shipping in Saint Petersburg, my passion for the art of filmmaking has always been an unyielding force.

The moment I first witnessed the glow of the movie screen, I realized the enchantment that cinema could cast upon one's soul. It was then that I understood that cinema is not just an art form but a powerful means of touching the heart and transporting the viewer to another world.

My initial foray into the world of cinema was modest, but my fervor and thirst for new ideas never left me. I studied the craft of filmmaking under the guidance of masters of the art, delving into their works to unlock the secrets of creating unforgettable films.

With each project, I enriched my experience, and each endeavor became a fresh challenge and an opportunity to narrate a unique story. My work has taught me that cinema is not only an art but also a potent medium for conveying ideas and emotions.

I continually strive for perfection, and my films are an attempt to bring my visions and ideas to life on the screen.

This film festival is an opportunity to share my creative journey and creations with the world. I hope that my films will touch the hearts of the audience and bestow upon them unforgettable moments, just as they did for me in their time.

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Director Statement

"I saw an angel in the marble, and I carved until I set him free." - Michelangelo Buonarroti

The concept that every sculpture comes to life when infused with the soul of the artist can be viewed as an expression of the emotional connection between the creator and their work, as well as a way to emphasize the power of art in influencing people's emotions and perceptions.