Will Niava, Filmmaker, Montreal

Description

A close-up portrait captures a Black adult male with dreadlocks, holding a lit cigarette. The man is inside, illuminated by neon lights casting a cinematic, moody atmosphere. His gaze is directed slightly off-camera, his face partially obscured by his hand near the cigarette. The background features blurred neon signage, contributing to the urban setting. The overall color palette is dominated by blues and purples, with the cigarette providing a small point of warm contrast. The framing is tight, emphasizing the subject's face and the immediate environment.