varanasi - the city of death.

2025

Shot in Varanasi as part of a 12-part documentary series filmed across India over six months, this episode explores the city’s deep relationship with death and transcendence. The cinematographic approach focused on capturing the spiritual stillness amidst chaos — using natural light, fluid camera movement, and long observational frames to reflect the rhythm of life and ritual along the ghats. The visual tone aimed to balance realism with quiet poetry, allowing the imagery to evoke reflection.