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160 Characters is a curious little documentary that captures the raw essence of relationships through the lens of text messages. Shot on an iPhone 6, it opens with a vintage Nokia—what a clever device choice! The film unfolds in 100 texts, portraying the highs and lows of a couple's journey—meeting, dating, breaking up, and confronting an unplanned pregnancy. The pacing feels intimate, almost like you're peeking into someone's diary. It’s fascinating how the simplicity of the format amplifies the emotional weight of their story. You get these fleeting glimpses into their lives, and the absence of a conventional narrative structure gives it a unique flavor. It's an experiment in storytelling that’s worth pondering over.
Unique storytelling through textsShot entirely on an iPhone 6Explores themes of modern relationships
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Victoria Mapplebeck
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