nitra

About This Movie

So, 'Nitra' is this introspective piece that really pulls you into the psyche of this young man as he prepares to leave his childhood home. The pacing feels almost meditative, allowing moments of silence to linger, which works beautifully with the film's themes of nostalgia and memory. Moya-Jayne Chutikan Harris directs with a subtle hand, evoking this raw atmosphere that’s both haunting and reflective. It’s interesting how practical effects are used sparingly – you feel the weight of the space around him. The performances carry a quiet intensity, especially as he revisits fragments of his past. There’s something about its simplicity that makes it really stand out in the drama genre. Just a really solid exploration of what home means as we grow up.

Atmospheric exploration of memorySubtle performancesIntriguing use of silence