Title: Cynical Annihilation: Pandora’s Box (2016), Music Video / Horror, Thriller
Cast: Aleeah Gabriel, Josh Mak
Director/Writer: Aaron Mak
Where it was shot: Drama Theatre in Monash University, Clayton, Victoria
Synopsis: A girl walks through the undercroft of a drama theatre (props and equipment can be seen lying around) on her way home. As she continues to walk, she realizes that someone else is there with her. Enter Nero – this dark horrific figure, appears to be pursuing her. She attempts to escape from Nero, yet he ultimately captures her.
What the film is about: This production was the first official piece of collaboration between Melbourne Film Studio (formerly known as Enigmatic Pictures) and Cynation, for their old album Pandora’s Box back when they were “Cynical Annihilation”.
People of mention:
- Aleeah Gabriel (actor) – An incredible person to work with, who has great acting ability (being able to switch into her character in a snap), but was also punctual and pleasant. She was cooperative with directions, but also put forward ideas and suggestions for collaboration
- Josh Mak (actor) – Always easy and fun to work with on set.
- Ajay Bhalla (lighting, camera rig operator) – An incredible help on set and enjoyable to work with.