Rope

written & directed by Lucas Manuel-Scheibe
Short Film | October 2023

Costume Designers: Kai Sun, Nico Yu

During a night of erotic bondage, Aki begins to recall the story of his grandmother’s disappearance. An “ama,” or “sea woman” of Northern Japan, her gradual descent into the ocean’s loving arms reflects Aki’s drift from the ropes and lover who bind him.

Currently in post-production.