In the dimly lit dining room of an old Victorian house, a teenage girl is seen hunched over a cluttered table. Framed by the gloom and dust, she’s attempting to balance a collection of antique pocket watches, subtly highlighting the passage of time. Blue evening light leaking in from the tattered curtains partially illuminates her concentrated face, leaving the rest of the room in the semi-darkness.
The camera angle is slightly above her level, giving a bird’s eye perspective of the chaotic scene. All the clutter and meticulous placement of items lean into the concept of responsibilities and dedication.
The space is tight, filled with the scent of age, the ticking of dozen clocks and the shadows dancing on the room’s surface. The camera movement is gentle, slow, almost observant to capture the details of the scene from the tarnished silver cutlery to the dust floating in the air. Focus is kept on the girl, showing the depth of her environment, her dedication, her hidden universe within the confines of her home.