YOUTH'S END
A short film about a young man who decides to take his own life after his parents disown him for being gay. But his plans quickly fall apart when an old love intervenes.
MOOD
Set the Mood
Rue's Monologue (below) lays out a compelling cinematographic approach and one I have taken much of the inspiration for the film from. While the narrative is not what we're aiming for, it is close to it, especially the type of mood we are striving for. This is particularly true in regards to the heartbreak of the character.
Euphoria
HEARTBREAK
The first scene immediately sets the narrative for the rest of the film. As it opens it is clear instantly that the rest of the story won't be happy. Heartbreak is what drives the film forward and the desire to protect ourself from anything that could hurt us. Inevitably, we are forced to face our demons.
YOUTH'S END PLAYLIST
Music that inspired and still inspire the film and it's mood.
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Topmost (first) image from Mario (2018). Courtesy of Frenetic Films.
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Bottommost (last) image from The Pass (2016). Courtesy of Lionsgate.
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Images in Gallery from Call Me By Your Name (2018). Courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics.
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Images in Gallery from Unsplash.
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'Rue's Monologue' (video) from Euphoria (US) "Pilot" (2019). Courtesy of HBO.