VR Filmmaking - IIT Jodhpur
04 - 15 Mar 2024
Course Instructors: Jayesh Pillai & Ananda Bathena
Objective
- Understanding the process of VR filmmaking.
- Creating a live-action VR narrative that can be experienced using a headset.
VR Films
Below are the outcomes from the 2-week workshop.
Kalesh
Abhishek Manraj, Pranav Kumar, Souparna Roy, Komal C.
Synopsis
You and your friends decide to confront a troublesome senior. Despite not wanting to, you end up being the chosen one who will confront him. On the confrontation day, things get crazy when you come face to face with him.
Coma ka Trauma
Trishala Jain, Pradnya Mungi, Sanya Shankar, Niharika Pradeep
Synopsis
While a patient is in coma, family and friends care for them, each with their own secret motives. Arguments over the estate escalate when a clumsy relative disrupts them, worsening the chaos.
The Distance Between Us
Aryamaan Mohapatra, Raj Gaurav Oraon, Kanishk Gautam, Saloni Sachan
Synopsis
Muskan and Ishaan were meant to stay together, but when Ishaan pursues his ambitions in Mumbai, Muskan feels abandoned. Despite occasional fights and the distance between them, their text messages keep them connected. Through it all, they realize their deep bond and longing for each other, reaffirming their connection.
Ananta
Himanshu Raj, Vivek Kumar, Jay Singh Mandoli, Juben Basumatary.
Synopsis
“Ananta” depicts a college cleaner’s struggle to provide for his family amidst student affluence. Unable to afford basic needs or fulfill his son’s simple wish for a badminton set, he perseveres with unwavering dedication. The narrative showcases the cyclical nature of his challenges.
Sangharsh
Sibisiddharth I., Tamanna Pandita, Anubhav Sircar, Samia
Synopsis
The film follows Arya’s journey from poverty to success, highlighting challenges and resilience. Despite obstacles, Arya’s perseverance leads to triumph, inspiring viewers. The story emphasizes supportive, neutral, and negative characters, illustrating Arya’s evolving path to achievement.
Nazar [Far be the Evil Eye]
Shreya Saboo, Sukanya Hari, Varsha Varalakshmi, Sneha R.
Synopsis
In an elevator, Ameeka faces unsettling encounters, from a stranger’s gaze to lewd remarks. As tension rises, she feels isolated and cries out for the lift to stop, but is met with silence. Viewers experience Ameeka’s vulnerability and trauma.
Aankhon Dekhi
Pragya Sachdeva, Bitihotra Karak
Synopsis
“Aankhon Dekhi” follows a woman who, after having a baby, is forced by her husband and family to be confined in a room. She begins to fixate on a blank hideous wall in the room. As days go by, she starts to believe that a woman is trapped behind the wall, struggling to be free.