Remember, Take Your Time

As a meticulous student finds themselves trapped in an endless cycle of test taking, what psychological repercussions are inflicted?

  • Nikolai Bonshire
    Director
  • Nikolai Bonshire
    Writer
  • Nikolai Bonshire
    Producer
  • Nikolai Bonshire
    Cinematographer
  • Matthew Baltar
    Key Cast
    "Jordan Gardner"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Horror, Psychological
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 13, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    5 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - George Mason University
Director Biography - Nikolai Bonshire

Began as an independent content creator. Attends George Mason University in the film program to learn how to become a director. Has extensive knowledge and experience on Adobe editing products such as Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop.

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Director Statement

This is my first short film that I have submitted for a film festival. Its production is a culmination of all of the skills that I have learned over the past several years on filmmaking.

My inspiration for this short film was based on the German Expressionist movement; shadows, exaggerated acting and dark subject matter being the primary focus. As I knew that I wanted this short film to be in Black & White, I did not intend for it to be a Silent Film. There were technical issues with the audio, however once I had it muted, everything fell into place. The main theme that I wanted to explore was the psychological effects that the repetition of standardize testing has on a student.

I am proud of the work that I had put into this creation and I am thankful towards my friend who had acted his best in this short film. Enjoy.