This ScreenWork entry is the trailer for the short film NIMIC, the newest project from director Yorgos Lanthimos (whose feature credits include The Favourite, The Lobster, The Killing Of A Sacred Deer). The 12-minute short, Droga5 London’s first work for MINI, made its world premiere on August 9 at the Locarno Film Festival.
Lanthimos wrote the short with longtime collaborator Efthymis Filippou. Featuring actors Matt Dillon and Daphne Patakia, NIMIC tells the story of a professional cellist and an encounter he has on the subway which has unexpected and far-reaching ramifications on his life. Living in Lanthimos’ unique cinematic universe, the film asks questions about identity, perception, relationships and circularity.
Lanthimos said of the film, “I was glad to be given the opportunity to work on a shorter format that can be sometimes challenging but quite rewarding. We developed a script starting from a very intriguing initial idea and concept, and enjoyed great creative freedom during the realization of the film. It is always very exciting to be invited to think outside the box and wrestle with stimulating ideas.”
NIMIC was produced by Rekorder Berlin, Superprime Films and Merman London in association with creative agency Droga5 London. Salaud Morisset handles international distribution for NIMIC.
Based on an idea from David Kolbusz, chief creative officer of Droga5 London, NIMIC was made in partnership with MINI as part of its ongoing commitment to celebrate the power of creativity.
