“The Chase,” is a thrilling short video created in under a minute. The video, which combines thrilling  sequences which centers on a thief’s frantic struggle to avoid an armed police officer.

The movie “The Chase” starts with the policeman pulling the thief toward the police station. The tone of the entire movie is established by this opening tension. But the robber grabs hold of the chance. He fights his way free and pushing the policeman aside before making a wild dash for freedom. The thrilling chase that follows shows the thief’s several attempts to conceal and escape before he is finally caught by the persistent cop at gunpoint under a minute.

The movie is technically impressive due to its expertly shot and edited scenes. Using a Fujifilm camera and a DJI RS3 Pro gimbal, we captured clear and steady visuals, enhancing the viewing experience. We increased the story by employing several cinematographic techniques. Wide shots give the audience a complete picture of the chase. It highlights the surroundings and the gap between the pursuer and the pursued, while close-up shots show the raw emotions and intensity on the characters’ faces.

A sense of realism and flow are added by dynamic tracking shots. It follow the characters’ movements and give the viewer the impression that they are a part of the chase. When used at important points, the zoom-in tactics heighten the sense of danger by highlighting the intensity of the chase and the impending danger.

“The Chase” is proof of what can be done in a short amount of time when technical skills and creativity are combined. It is a perfect example of how short narratives and well-considered cinematography can make an impact. The viewer is left excitedly thinking what happens next… after watching this one-minute short video.

Guided by Nava Bharat Selva Balraj

Cast Pavan E, Aman Pisale

DOP Prathamesh Mutekar Ramesh, Harikrishnan V

Edited by Harikrishnan V

Assistant DOP Heet Dave, Devika Singh

Copyrights: All the photos and text in this post are copyright of Harikrishnan V, Alappuzha, Kerala, Creative Hut Institute of Photography. Their reproduction, full or part, is forbidden without the explicit approval of the rightful owners.