Story & Structure
This type of narrative, used in Kismet, reveals key events out of chronological order.
What is a non-linear structure?
Kwai expresses this emotion by nervously fiddling with his thumbs.
What is anxiety or fear?
The target audience for Kismet is mostly this age group.
What are teenagers or young adults?
This role involved managing the camera, lighting, and angles.
What is the cinematographer?
This object is torn up by Kwai early in the timeline, symbolizing his disregard for fate.
What is the fortune reading flyer?
This mysterious figure disappears before the monster appears.
Who is the fortune teller?
The ambiguity and fear at the end of Kismet invite the audience to feel this.
What is suspense or unease?
This editing software was used to add sound effects and dark tones.
What is CapCut
These three tarot cards drawn by Kwai suggest inevitable misfortune and danger.
What is the Tower, Death, and the Devil?
This clothing choice hints at Kwai’s brooding and closed-off nature.
What is a dark jacket?
Kwai’s initial disbelief mirrors this common attitude among skeptical viewers.
What is cynicism toward spirituality or horoscopes?
The decision to start in darkness was made to reflect this inner state of the protagonist.
What is fear, anxiety, or confusion?
This scene appears after the horror climax, showing Kwai dismissing fate and setting his doom in motion.
What is Kwai crumbling the fortune flyer.
This symbolic element, appearing at the end of the film, represents punishment or destiny catching up.
What is the shadowy monster or figure?
Kismet would likely be shared on this popular video platform to reach a young audience.
What is YouTube?
A major challenge was filming this type of scene with limited lighting and equipment.
What is a suspenseful chase or monster attack in low light?
The non-linear timeline enhances this feeling, making viewers anxious and uncertain.
What is suspense or dread?
Kwai’s earlier actions reflect this theme — a disbelief in forces beyond his control.
What is fate vs. free will?
The film's ending challenges the audience to reflect on this universal fear.
What is fear of the unknown or fate?
This application helped my team plan and schedule the filming for Kismet
What is studio Binder