Shadows of the Past
Scene 14: The Cruel World (Duration: 4 minutes) The girl walks slowly through the spaceship, looking at the bitter and terrifying sight. She sees pieces of clothing and items that have clearly been abandoned for years. The cold and cruel feeling of the place overwhelms her. She imagines the fate that befell the inhabitants and wonders if her fate will be similar.
Scene 15: Research in Silence (Duration: 5 minutes) The girl searches the spaceship. Most doors are locked, and the ship is completely shut down except for the oxygen supply. She looks for any information about the crew and the mission's destination. During her search, she realizes that everything here is affected by the dreadful silence of time. She also encounters an old fridge, unsure if it contains any edible food.
Scene 16: Remembering Grandmother (Duration: 5 minutes) In the midst of her search, the girl recalls the days when she would make delicious, homemade meals with her grandmother. The smell of khoresht gheimeh and dolma fills her mind, making her suddenly hungry. In her mind, she envisions her grandmother cooking a delightful meal. Her grandmother always said, "Food nourishes not only the body but also the soul." This memory gives her motivation, even though preparing food in this silent spaceship seems difficult.
Scene 17: Searching for a Solution (Duration: 5 minutes) The girl strives to find a way to prepare food, knowing many doors are locked and there is no energy source for kitchen appliances. She remembers her grandmother always said, "Creativity is one of the best tools in a crisis." She must use her ingenuity to find a way to utilize the available resources.
Scene 18: Memory and Inspiration (Duration: 4 minutes) In her mind, the girl recalls the steps of preparing food with her grandmother. She remembers how they combined ingredients and how even with the simplest materials, they made delicious meals. Although in this cold and silent environment, she feels she must use her imagination to fill her hunger.
Scene 19: Using Available Resources (Duration: 5 minutes) The girl searches for items she can use. She realizes she can use the remnants of dried and packaged foods found in the fridge and cabinets. She decides to combine these ingredients, recalling her grandmother's teachings on how to creatively turn anything into a tasty meal.
Scene 20: Imaginative Cooking (Duration: 5 minutes) She continues to visualize these meals and begins preparing an imaginary meal. She imagines combining spices and leftovers she found, creating a delightful meal in her mind. In these moments, she feels her grandmother beside her, helping her navigate through this crisis.
Scene 21: Enjoying an Imaginary Meal (Duration: 4 minutes) Finally, the girl imagines herself making a meal with all her heart. She visualizes it within herself, and as she remembers her grandmother, she starts "eating" this imaginary meal. She feels that with this act, her grandmother's spirit is with her, bringing her a sense of peace and comfort.
Scene 22: Feeling Grateful (Duration: 3 minutes) While imagining enjoying the meal she created, the girl feels gratitude for all the good moments in her past. She recalls the laughter and conversations with her grandmother, which gives her new hope and motivation.
Scene 23: Connecting with the New World (Duration: 4 minutes) With her emotions strengthened by this imaginative experience, the girl decides to continue her search. She does not just seek food, but also wants to understand what else can keep her alive and how she can use her grandmother's lessons in her life.
Scene 24: A Light at the End of the Tunnel (Duration: 4 minutes) In the end, with newfound strength from her imaginary meal experience, the girl heads towards more rooms with renewed hope and determination. She knows that with every step she takes, she continues to live and holds on to hope. This time, for the sake of her grandmother and all the lessons learned, she moves forward more resolutely than ever.
Scene 25: The Beauty of the Cosmos (Duration: 4 minutes) Now the camera slowly moves out of the spaceship, transitioning to the endless expanse of the cosmos. The stars shine brightly in the dark sky, each one a luminous point. Large and small planets spin beautifully. One of the planets, seen in blue and green, gradually comes closer into the frame. The peaceful space is only filled with the soothing sound of the cosmos. In this moment, the unparalleled beauty of the galaxy is revealed; galaxies twirling in ringed and spiral shapes around each other. The light of the stars shines like gentle, delightful music in the darkness, conveying a sense of wonder and beauty to the viewer.
Completing Scene 25: A Look to the Future (Duration: 3 minutes) Gradually, the camera returns to the spaceship where the girl is. The spaceship appears as a small point against the vastness of the cosmos. The camera moves from above the spaceship towards its windows. The girl stands inside the spaceship, looking out at the endless and beautiful space. Seeing such beauty and magnificence, a sense of hope and wonder blooms in her heart. As she watches the stars, she thinks that perhaps this infinite world full of unknowns and wonders will provide new opportunities for her. With a heart full of hope, she creates a slogan within herself: "I will continue my journey, in this endless world, nothing can stop my progress."
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Scene 26: Remembering Joyful Moments (Duration: 5 minutes) Setting: The girl has not yet tired of searching the spaceship and trying to find food. As she gazes at the beauty of the cosmos, suddenly the sound of children's laughter echoes in her mind. Camera Angle: The camera slowly zooms in on the girl's face, showing emotions like curiosity and joy. Memories of joyful and playful days come to her mind; images of days playing in the park with her friends or family gatherings where they ate lunch together, sitting around the table and having a good time. She feels how valuable these memories are and how they remain in her life. Camera Angle: The camera shows images of those sweet moments in her mind. It shows the girl playing with her friends, happy and laughing alongside them. During this time, she remembers that whenever she smiled, her grandmother would say, "Happiness is created with loved ones, and these moments gain value with time." Camera Angle: The camera zooms in on the girl's face, filled with nostalgic and sad emotions. She fearfully wonders if she can once again enjoy these joyful moments with her friends and family. But suddenly, a flame of hope lights up in her heart. She understands that although these experiences seem to be in the past, they can illuminate her future. With this fresh inspiration, she decides not only to survive but also to seek creating new moments and joys on this journey. Camera Angle: The camera shifts from her face to the spaceship window, looking again at the unparalleled beauty of the cosmos. The girl looks at the sky again and says to herself, "If good moments existed in the past, the future can also be full of joy and beauty." She finds new determination and confidence and prepares to continue her journey with more assurance
Start of Scene
Shot 1: Wide shot The camera begins with a wide shot, showcasing a dark and silent environment. The spaceship is completely shut down, with only a faint light coming through a window. The soft and calming sound of oxygen working creates a contrasting touch to the deadly silence.
Shot 2: Close-up The camera slowly moves towards the girl, who is staring at the window with a sense of wonder and despair. Her eyes are clearly visible, conveying a feeling of the strange and vast universe outside.
Shot 3: POV (Point of View) shot The camera adopts the girl’s perspective, showing images of black holes and shining stars. She listens to the ticking sound of the dormant systems, portraying her loneliness and dwindling hope.
Shot 4: Wide shot of the spaceship The camera shifts to a wide shot of the spaceship's interior, which appears disordered and unusable. Shelves are empty of essential items, with a few tools scattered in a corner.
Shot 5: Close-up of the girl's face The camera zooms in on the girl’s face, allowing us to better understand her emotions. She shows signs of hope and determination, deciding to take action.
Shot 6: The girl with tools The camera moves slowly behind the girl, showing her searching the room. She finds an old camera and workshop tools. The camera zooms in on her hands as she gently picks up the items.
Shot 7: Close-up of notebooks The camera moves towards a notebook she found, showing the written texts up close. This shot reveals that she is exploring the experiences of the previous crew.
Shot 8: Mixed shot The camera portrays the girl’s various emotions through several short shots: curiosity, despair, hope, and finally determination.
Shot 9: Wide shot of the girl drawing a map Finally, the camera shows the girl in a wide shot, drawing her travel map to a nearby planet on a wall or flat surface. She is diligently and energetically illustrating her ideas.
End of Scene The camera slowly moves away from her, returning to the window, and gazing at the star-filled cosmos. The scene ends with the soft sounds of oxygen and motivational music.
Continuation of Initial Scene
Shot 1: Wide shot The camera begins with a wide shot, showcasing a dark and silent environment. The spaceship is completely shut down, with only a faint light coming through a window. The soft and calming sound of oxygen working creates a contrasting touch to the deadly silence. In the background, the sound of gentle wind and space noises also enhances the sad, hollow atmosphere.
Shot 2: Close-up The camera slowly moves towards the girl, who is staring at the window with a sense of wonder and despair. Her eyes are clearly visible, conveying a feeling of the strange and vast universe outside. For a moment, she looks at the outside world in silence, then slowly reaches out to touch the window.
Shot 3: POV (Point of View) shot The camera adopts the girl’s perspective, showing images of black holes and shining stars. She listens to the ticking sound of the dormant systems. This shot portrays her loneliness and dwindling hope. In the background, the sound of wind and oxygen deepens her sense of solitude.
Shot 4: Wide shot of the spaceship The camera shifts to a wide shot of the spaceship's interior, which appears disordered and unusable. Shelves are empty of essential items, with a few tools scattered in a corner. The dim light through the window casts strange shadows on the walls, creating a greater sense of despair.
Shot 5: Close-up of the girl's face The camera zooms in on the girl’s face, allowing us to better understand her emotions. She shows signs of hope and determination, deciding to take action. In this moment, an inspiring voice from her grandmother comes to mind: “Happiness is created with loved ones.”
Shot 6: The girl with tools The camera moves slowly behind the girl, showing her searching the room. She finds an old camera and workshop tools. The camera zooms in on her hands as she gently picks up the items, envisioning how to use them. Her movements reflect her determination and hope.
Shot 7: Close-up of notebooks The camera moves towards a notebook she found, showing the written texts up close. Here, notes from the previous crew, including survival experiences and inspiring tips, are seen. There are also designs and ideas for traveling to other planets within the notebook.
Shot 8: Mixed shot The camera portrays the girl’s various emotions through several short shots: curiosity, despair, hope, and finally determination. Quick images of her face and hand movements vividly convey these feelings to the viewer.
Shot 9: Wide shot of the girl drawing a map Finally, the camera shows the girl in a wide shot, drawing her travel map to a nearby planet on a wall or flat surface. She is diligently and energetically illustrating her ideas. The warm and bright colors in this shot from the designs and maps convey a sense of vitality and hope to the viewer.
End of Scene The camera slowly moves away from her, returning to the window, and gazing at the star-filled cosmos. The soft sounds of oxygen and motivational music gradually build, creating a hopeful and energetic atmosphere. The story ends on a positive and inspiring note.