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ISHAYA

BAKO

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Featured Projects

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A critically acclaimed psychological thriller that explores the sensory depth of modern isolation.

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Bola's Dirge

A feature length documentary documenting the shifting cultural geography of the Rust Belt.

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Henna

A vibrant period drama set in the heart of Paris, capturing the spirit of a lost generation.

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Fuelling Poverty

A journey through the thawing arctic landscapes and the resilience of its inhabitants.

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Silent Tears

Deep in the heart of Kyoto, the final master of a dying craft continues his legacy.

Up NEPA!

Capturing the architectural soul of cityscapes during the golden hour transitions.

CINEMATIC NARRATIVES

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A curated collection of frames capturing the synthesis of light, texture, and narrative. These stills reflect a commitment to editorial precision and cinematic intentionality.

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Narrative
Philosophy

A filmmaker celebrated for redefining the boundaries of contemporary visual storytelling and experimental cinema. His innovative works range from large-scale cinematic installations to intimate documentary features that explore the human condition through a lens of raw, neo-classical brutality. His creative vision has been showcased at premier international film festivals and across digital installations worldwide.

Selected Work

I Do Not Come to You by Chance

A cinematic narrative exploring urban isolation through high-contrast black and white photography. Award winner at Venice Shorts Festivals for Outstanding Cinematography.

drama, feature • 2024

Up NEPA!

DOCUMENTARY, FEATURE - 2024

A cinematic narrative exploring urban isolation through high-contrast black and white photography. Award winner at Venice Shorts Festivals for Outstanding Cinematography.

4th Republic

Multi-platform commercial campaign for Volvo, focusing on the intersection of nature and automotive engineering. Directorial focus on quiet intensity.

thriller, feature • 2023

Silent Tears

A raw, fly-on-the-wall observation of the hidden lives in New Yorks subway system. A longitudinal study of resilience and community.

Documentary • 2016

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