SYNOPSIS
“Friendly Visit” is a thriller about Nero, who visits his estranged friend Alec, only to discover that Alec has been in an accident and has his face covered. As Nero and the person he believes to be Alec have an awkward conversation about their shared history and mutual friend Priya, Nero begins to suspect that the person he’s talking to is not Alec, but an imposter. As the truth is revealed, Nero is forced to make a difficult decision that ultimately pits his own safety against that of his friend..
DIRECTOR’S STATEMENT
“With “Friendly Visit,” I wanted to create a thrilling and suspenseful story that would keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The film centers around the character of Nero, who visits his estranged friend Alec, only to find that Alec’s face is covered due to an accident. As Nero begins to suspect that the person he’s talking to is not Alec, but an imposter, he is forced to make a difficult decision that ultimately puts his own safety against that of his friend. This film was a quick and exciting project for me and my crew, as we were eager to get back to shooting after the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the difficulties we faced in sourcing equipment and finding a suitable location, we were determined to make the most of the resources we had and bring this small story to life. The process of creating this film was a great exercise for us before we worked on something a bit bigger in scale, and we enjoyed the opportunity to workshop and develop the project. Despite some struggles during post-production, we are proud of the end result and the film that we have created. I was drawn to this story because of its compelling premise and the opportunity it presented to explore themes of identity and friendship. The film’s tension-filled atmosphere and unexpected twists and turns help to keep viewers engaged and guessing until the very end. Overall, “Friendly Visit” is a film that I hope will both entertain and engage audiences, leaving them with plenty to think about long after the credits roll.