July 18, 2023

Sérénité et Seine

Serenity et Seine is a vlog-style monodrama set in Paris, capturing the city's unique blend of beauty, melancholy, and a constant sense of searching.

Section 1: The Vision

Project Name: Sérénité et Seine

Client Name: Jonathan Essmann

What We Wanted to Do:

Paris, often characterized by its stunning architecture and romantic aura, also holds an underlying melancholy and sense of distance. I aimed to capture this duality by setting up my tripod and filming the city's ambiance. The goal was to visually and emotionally present the feeling of wandering through a city full of people who are always quietly searching for something, even if they don't know what it is.

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Section 2: The Execution

Bringing Ideas to Life

What We Did:

I set up my tripod across various locations in Paris, aiming to capture the essence of its streets, architecture, and the fleeting moments of its inhabitants. The film focuses on the wandering nature of people in Paris, their quiet quests for unknown desires, and the emotional undercurrents of the city. Through a series of vlog-style monologues and visual storytelling, I conveyed the beauty and melancholic distance that define Paris.

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Section 3: The Outcome

Measuring Our Success

How it Went:

The film, Serenity et Seine, successfully encapsulates the dual nature of the city—its undeniable charm intertwined with an ever-present sense of melancholy and search. The visual and emotional narrative resonates with viewers, offering a contemplative look at the experience of wandering and seeking within the bustling yet distant streets of Paris. This project stands as a heartfelt portrayal of the city's soul, capturing the profound yet subtle emotions that Paris evokes.

Section 4: In Their Words

"I was blown away by the quality of the design work I received from this Fade to Black. They really took the time to understand my vision and brought it to life in a way that exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!"

Sven Petzold

Founder of Holzrausch

Sérénité et Seine

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