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Punctuated Equilibrium

A woman’s reflections are grotesquely distorted in everyday objects, but...

  • Chakavak Kafi
    Director
    The Balls (Short Film- Director)
  • Chakavak Kafi
    Writer
    The Balls (Short Film- Director/ Writer)
  • Chakavak Kafi
    Producer
    The Balls
  • Niloufar Talank
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Experimental
  • Runtime:
    1 minute 18 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 3, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    700 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Country of Filming:
    Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Iranian Youth Cinema Society- Tehran
Director Biography - Chakavak Kafi

Chakavak Kafi, an Iranian filmmaker and storyteller, holds a Master’s degree in Drama from the University of Tehran and is completing a filmmaking program at the Iranian Youth Cinema Society. With a passion for experimental and narrative cinema, she has directed three short films, the latest currently in post-production. Punctuated Equilibrium, is her newest project.

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Director Statement

This short film is an exploration of self-perception and identity. By portraying a woman’s distorted reflections in everyday objects, I seek to express my thoughts openly rather than concealing them in subtext.
The warped visuals reflect the fragmentation of identity, even when faced with supposed perfection. Through this film, I seek to examine the tension between external pressures and internal perceptions, leaving the interpretation open to the audience.