Short Film AFIN 021
O.I.
Directed by 
N'Cee Van Heerden
AFIN 2019 Winner · 2 awards
- 2019
- 19m
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Canada - English
- Dark Comedy
- Thriller
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2 frames
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Synopsis
Barry has a unique problem. He came up with a truly original idea. And sharing it has consequences...
Director's Statement
People, especially people in the film industry, keep talking about being original. How everyone needs to be original and how original their ideas are. It got me thinking. What is an original idea? How do you define it? What would happen if someone actually had an original idea? This (O.I.) is my take on it.
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- A first-time filmmaker
From the Judges
From the Judges
A deceptively simple premise unfolds with real invention here, and the panel found the craft holding it up just as assured: cinematography, sound, locations, costume, colour grade and music all pulling in the same direction. The concept is executed with confidence and a sharp streak of humour, carried by performances that landed with them straight away. It moves with a sureness that leaves you turning it over long after, the kind of original thinking that gets filmmakers talking.
Director's Biography
N'Cee Van Heerden Director
Born and raised in South Africa, N'cee started his career in theatre, writing, directing and managing productions. His focus was Berkoff inspired minimalist plays. This was where N’cee honed his skill and passion for directing and character driven stories. In 2005 N’cee transitioned into film. He started at the bottom working in various departments. He worked his way up to field producing and filming EPK content. N’cee has worked on major productions including District 9, Avatar, Elysium, Chappie as well as many shorts, music videos and commercials. N’cee is currently writing and developing various feature film projects in Vancouver, Canada.
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Dalias Blake Male Nurse
Editor
C.A. van Aswegen
Production Design
- Tony Durke
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O.I. was Winner of Best First-Time Filmmaker and Best Short Film at the AFIN International Film Festival 2019, a Top 100 Best Reviewed and IMDb-qualifying festival.
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