Shadows With You
A young woman in the 1800s must choose between a life of duty and a forbidden love, leaving behind a wedding dress as the only trace of her daring escape.
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Mirela AraujoWriterYour Song and Pictures
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Project Type:Short Script
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Genres:period drama, romance
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Number of Pages:4
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Language:English
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First-time Screenwriter:No
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Student Project:Yes - The Los Angeles Film School
Mirela Araujo is a passionate filmmaker and storyteller with a distinct creative vision that blends personal experiences and imaginative narratives. With a background in screenwriting, Mirela has taken on multiple roles such as sound design, editing, and score composition to ensure the cohesive execution of her projects. Her work often focuses on themes of personal identity, creative conflict, and the struggle between artistic passion and societal expectations, reflecting her belief in the power of adaptability and teamwork in filmmaking.
As a storyteller, I am drawn to narratives that delve into the quiet yet powerful conflicts of identity, love, and societal expectations. Shadows With You is a reflection of these themes, following Clara’s journey as she struggles between the life prescribed to her and the love she feels for Anne. The story is set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, where societal norms dictated not only a woman’s role but also whom she could love.
This narrative resonates with my fascination for exploring the weight of choice and the courage it takes to defy expectations. Clara’s internal battle mirrors the struggles many face when balancing personal truth with external pressures. Her story is not just about forbidden love but also about reclaiming agency in a world that seeks to strip it away.
Through this story, I aimed to capture the emotional complexity of Clara and Anne’s relationship: the tenderness, the longing, and the unspoken sacrifices. Visually, I envisioned a timeless and restrained aesthetic, using muted tones and intimate framing to highlight the quiet beauty and deep tension of their world. The wedding dress serves as a poignant symbol, representing both the life Clara is expected to live and the one she dares to choose instead.
Ultimately, Shadows With You is a story about courage, love, and the universal struggle to find freedom in a world of constraints. My hope is to create a space for audiences to reflect on their own lives, question societal norms, and connect with the timeless human desire to live authentically.