Step into the cinematic world of Abhishek Singh
Abhishek Singh excels in portraying everyday life issues through a variety of settings and characters. His films delve into the intricacies of daily experiences, presenting relatable and memorable figures that capture the audience's attention and imagination.
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PAST AND FUTURE CAN NEVER BE YOUR PRESENT
Bio
Hailing from a rural village in North India, Abhishek Singh brings a decade of cinematic storytelling experience to the table. With a knack for exploring the depths of the human psyche and pushing narrative boundaries, he has written, produced, and directed over 10 short films and one feature-length film. In addition, Abhishek has over 8 years of experience in comprehensive 360-degree advertising production. He has a proven track record of collaborating effectively with clients and teams to meet campaign goals. Abhishek is adept at directing and managing both film and post-production processes,
My approach
I've always been intrigued by the stories of people I meet on the streets or in public transportation. Observing them helps me develop my characters and understand the conflicts they face in their daily lives. In crafting my audiovisual work, I often draw inspiration from various art forms such as music, paintings, sculptures, and books, with poetry being especially influential. I'm passionate about continuing to create stories that challenge, entertain, and transcend traditional genre boundaries.
Education
Abhishek Singh's education has given him a deep understanding of filmmaking, from telling stories to creating captivating cinematic experiences.
Professional Info
Masters of Arts in Film Studies Budapest, Hungary Concentration: Screenwriting & Film Direction |
Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication Noida, India Specialization: Filmmaking and Brand Management |
Publications Italian Neorealist Cinema, A precursor to Indian Parallel Cinema Book: New perspectives on Indian Cinema ISBN: 978-84-1122-056-9 |
Short Course in Screenwriting Professor: Beth Serlin Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, USA |
Body of work
as Screenwriter and Director
2023
A kis nyomozó
(Short)
Zsofi, a cheerful 8-year-old girl, decides to find the person who wrote "HELP" on a banknote, despite her parents' impending divorce. With her mother's agreement and her father's reluctant participation, they set out on the adventure.
2022
Leaving the track of the throw (Short)
The concept of free will and the perennial confusion arising from an inability to change one's circumstances. Characters transform, yet the film reveals the captivation of oneself and time, showcasing the futility of efforts to break free from established roles.
2021
Unwoven Threads of Kashi (Feature)
In the mystical city of Varanasi, a cursed saree weaves its way through the lives of diverse families, unraveling poignant tales of social exploitation.
2021
I came from there (Short)
A visual tale of alienation and exile, resonating with all those displaced. It follows Iraqi poet Sargon's haunting journey away from home, haunted by memories and encounters with the ghost of his close friend Yusuf Al-Haidari
2020
Sleeping in another galaxy (Short)
A modern era where dreams struggle to find a place amidst the demands of everyday life. The struggle between pursuing dreams and facing reality's bitterness.
2019
A new year (Short)
A young woman confronts the reflections of her past by living in the present, A Haiku short.
2018
Caged (Short)
A cage. But you have wings to fly. What is the world? The cage or is there something beyond the iron bars? Is it freedom out there? But this is hell - A bird's view on escape to freedom.
2017
Intended (Short)
Mr A is trying to locate the rightful owner of a lost phone he found on a beach. Will he be able to find the person, or is this all part of a larger plan?
2016
Unsighted (Short)
Three blind students use their senses to clean amid India's garbage crisis, challenging sighted polluters. Despite their impairment, they defy those who contribute to the nation's pollution.
2014
Untitled (Short)
A writer struggles to write a script for an assignment, what will be his next writing?
Commercial Projects
as Producer with POD LDN
Recreated the existing spot, originally shot in Mexico by Lovster, and gave it a fresh twist by adding Nelly’s famous ‘It’s getting hot in here’ soundtrack.
Do you hear the stampede? The countdown begins! Brace yourself for a revolution in style and performance. All new Ford Mustang 2024 is here.
An engaging epic 3D based film that heroes Beko’s new technology that helps the planet. Adaptions were also created for social and digital advertising.
Repurposed existing content from previous campaigns to create a super-stylised, tongue-in-cheek video that is playfully kitsch and pays homage to the iconic horror genre.
Nike EMEA’s Black Friday, we played with scale to invite shoppers to ‘Go Big’ on savings. For this paid media campaign, we worked on 3 hero AVs and different versioning formats. A full post job with Offline Editing, VFX/Compositing and Grade.
2D/3D Compositing/VFX work for The Cloudgo range of sports shoes from the brand On
Beko’s game-changing SaveWater technology commercial for IFA 2022 Trade Fair. This film was created using a mixture of CGI technology including Unreal Engine5.
Ready for today's #TimeBestShared with our Martini Floreale & Martini Vibrante?
Dubai is home to changemakers and entrepreneurs forging ahead to a future of food security and culinary diversity.
Your new fall layers are on #FARFETCH
Hardys Certainty campaign which champions the consistency and quality which have made Hardys the UK’s biggest wine brand.
Accolades
River to River Florence Indian Film Festival
2023
Nomination Best Short Film
Early Bird International Student Film Festival
2023
Nomination Best Short Film
Alexandre Trauner ART/Film Festival
2023
Nomination Best Short Film
ZEBRA Poetry Film Festival
2021 & 2022
Nomination Best Poetry Film
Septimius Awards
2022
Nominatiion Best Experimental Film
Chicago South Asian Film Festival
2021
In Competition Fiction Feature Film
12th International Video Poetry Festival
2022
Nomination Best Poetry Film
Press
New Hungarian student film to apply for Cannes – Little Detective
BUDAPEST REPORTER
Hungary’s internationally renowned film schools are the first step on the way to success for many future filmmakers.
Podcast - Sleeping in another galaxy
RED TRANSMISSIONS
This special episode comes to you from the 11th Nature and Culture Poetry Festival at Kulturhuset Islands Brygge in Copenhagen, Denmark
This is how the Galician anthem ends in an Indian movie
LA VOZ DE GALLICIA
Spanish article about how Basilio, a trumpet player from Galicia, Spain met Abhishek SIngh on the ghats of Varanasi and performed in his film.
Unwoven Threads of Kashi at Indiai Filmfesztivál Online
ROLLING IN BUDAPEST
The festival will showcase a selection of 5 films of different genres and periods.
Filmklub: Unwoven Threads of Kashi
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EMBASSY OF INDIA, HUNGARY
December 10-én rendhagyó filmklubot tartunk: egy fiatal indiai filmrendező, Abhishek Singh
Thank you
Contact
Abhishek Singh
rathore4502@gmail.com
+36202687287