The Lighthouse Keeper

By @nightreel · 30.1s · Seedance 2.5

The prompt

A short film in three moments, the lighthouse keeper only ever seen from behind or as a dark silhouette, face never shown. Shot 1: at dusk the keeper climbs the spiral iron stairs with a lantern and lights the great lamp, its beam sweeping out over the sea. Shot 2: in the storm, a small fishing boat struggles through huge dark waves as the lighthouse beam cuts through the rain toward it. Shot 3: at dawn the sea is calm, the boat is moored safely in the harbour, and the keeper's silhouette stands at the gallery rail with a steaming mug as the sun rises. Cinematic, moody blue storm, warm lamplight, gentle orchestral score.