PROMPT — St. Petersburg Metro Depth & Symmetry (Solo, ~10s)
A Kubrick-esque symmetrical sequence in 16:9, ~10 seconds. Mostly static, strictly centered compositions contrasted with a single burst of motion blur from the arriving train. The atmosphere is oppressive yet majestic, like a subterranean palace. Only @konglingchao is identifiable on screen. No music, no narration; diegetic audio only: escalator mechanical drone, deep air pressure “whoosh” from the tunnel, echoing footsteps on marble, distant brake squeal.
Camera & Exposure
• Escalator: 16mm ultra-wide, f/8, infinite depth-of-field, perfectly centered vanishing point, crisp architectural symmetry.
• Platform: 50mm anamorphic look (subtle horizontal flares from chandeliers), f/2.8, slight overcrank feel (48fps interpreted to 24) only during train arrival to emphasize force.
HARD LOCK / IDENTITY & WARDROBE
• @konglingchao : black parka open revealing a dark/black turtleneck; black rectangular glasses reflect the repeating station lights. Expression: stoic, patient, quietly alert.
• No other visible faces; any commuters are abstract silhouettes or fully out-of-focus, never readable.
Location
• A deep St. Petersburg metro escalator tunnel (endless descent vibe; among the deepest systems), warm wood/metal + repeating lights.
Action & Shot Plan