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This is a rough cut of The Candles Burn Out, an AI-driven short film about family, time, and the fleeting nature of tradition. This early version is being shared with a select group for feedback as we refine the film’s pacing, visuals, narration, and emotional depth.
Spanning decades of Friday night dinners, The Candles Burn Out follows one man’s journey from his 20s to his 70s, capturing the quiet yet profound moments that shape a lifetime. Children grow, parents age, and rituals continue, even as time moves forward. The film is a meditation on change, memory, and the inevitability of letting go.
This is an early-stage version focused on story, atmosphere, and emotional weight. While key elements like AI-generated visuals, micro-animations, voice work, and sound design are still being refined, the core narrative is in place. Your feedback will help shape the final version.
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For the best experience, please watch in a quiet setting with minimal distractions. As this is a private rough cut, we ask that you do not share or distribute the film.
Produced & Directed by David Levine Bramante
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