Whisper

A story about a girl named Elain who struggles with anxiety and how her thoughts that plague her. Whisper is the personification of Elain's thoughts who appears and judges every choices she made. One day, Elain encounters a problem that causes her emotions to tip and spill over.

  • Athira Hanita Shaumi
    Director
  • Heidi Ryu Ying Yau
    Director
  • Yi-En Wong
    Writer
  • Ying Ting Yap
    Writer
  • Xiao Ying Chow
    Producer
  • Yee Ming Sin
    Producer
  • Libby Pham
    Key Cast
    "Elain"
  • Kusuma Khansa Tazkia Juniati
    Key Cast
    "Laura"
  • Josefa Celine
    Key Cast
    "Rachel"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    7 minutes 55 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 12, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    218 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Malaysia
  • Country of Filming:
    Malaysia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - The One Academy
Director Biography - Athira Hanita Shaumi, Heidi Ryu Ying Yau

Athira and Heidi are both student from The One Academy majoring in Digital Animation. Though their insightful storytelling and dedication, they decided to brought attention to the importance of mental well-being, fostering understanding and empathy.

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Director Statement

We tried to explore the nuances of mental health with sensitivity and depth. Both of us hope that through this work we can destigmatize conversations around mental wellness and encourage viewers to engage in meaningful discussions.