छोटी छोटी खुशियाँ
Rakshita Issrani
Sector:
Public
Location:
Pune, Maharashtra
Year:
2025


Elements
Shoot, Digital, After Effects, Premiere Pro






Description:
✦ Life Under a Flyover — Non-Narrative Short Film
This non-narrative short film explores the unnoticed rhythm of life unfolding beneath a flyover — a space often overlooked, yet rich with quiet motion and human presence. Shot entirely in black and white, the visual treatment was chosen to emphasize contrast, form, and the raw texture of urban life without the distraction of color or dialogue.
I spent the full day on location — from morning to 7 PM — observing and documenting the subtle shifts in light, shadows, and activity as the day unfolded beneath the structure. The film is intentionally silent, allowing the visuals to speak on their own and inviting viewers to slow down and simply observe.
All post-production was done by me, using Adobe Premiere Pro for editing and After Effects for subtle motion refinement and pacing. The final piece is a still, meditative observation of public space — a visual pause inside the rush of the everyday.