Short Documentary AFIN 125
Black Moon
Directed by Trent Mitchell
AFIN 2022 Winner · 2 awards
- 2022
- 5m
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Australia - English
- Biographical
Stills
2 frames
Winner
Best Cinematography
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Synopsis
A short film focusing on devoted Australian photographer, Trent Mitchell and his experimental pursuits with the mode of photography. The film documents the creative process Trent takes to achieve his latest bodysurf series: Inner Atlas.
What makes this one special
- A first-time filmmaker
From the Judges
From the Judges
A portrait of an Australian surfer and his lifelong bond with the ocean, this short carries a visual poise the panel found genuinely absorbing. Its gorgeous, carefully composed photography and smoothly constructed edit open a window onto the artist's process, his commitment, and his legacy. They came away wanting more.
Director's Biography
Trent Mitchell Director
I was born in the Northern Rivers of NSW, Australia. My fascination with film began at an early age; editing and shooting video since I was 12. A young computer geek fixated on editing videos I’d pull from dial up internet, which lead to buying my first hi8 handycam. I began my career working in fast food chains and living on the dole around the Central Coast. I got schooled, got lost, and studied a Bachelor of Film at SAE Media College in Byron Bay. I find myself observing a lot, and for me, observation without judgement is true feeling - this is what I want to get across through my visuals - a feeling of truth. I prefer minimal direction with the subject. If I can be with whats happening around me in this state of mind and film with feeling, I believe that can create another kind of connection with the audience. My bond with nature and the sea are a huge catalyst for my style of cinematography.
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Black Moon was Winner of Best Cinematography and Best Documentary Short at the AFIN International Film Festival 2022, a Top 100 Best Reviewed and IMDb-qualifying festival.
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