Dwij Patel
Directing
Biography
Dwij Patel is a passionate filmmaker who, since 2020, has been creating compelling short films that reflect his distinct vision and dedication to the craft. Each project brings nuanced stories to life with emotional depth and cinematic precision. His most acclaimed work, The Influenced, was honored as Best Drama Film of the Year at the Mumbai International Film Awards.
Known For
A film student facing a moral crisis struggles to come up with a concept for a short film for his school project.
The Second Assignment
Sahil, bored with his monotonous life, decides to call an old friend.
The Influenced
A short documentary that follows director Hylmi Rabbani through the emotional and creative turbulence of making his student short film Ephemeral.
The Rise & Fall of Making Ephemeral
Two strangers - who just met, talk about their past lives and secrets are revealed.
Two Perfect Strangers
Andy, a stressed and obsessive wildlife photographer desperate for a competition-winning shot, sets out alone into the woods where his anxiety, lack of medication, and mounting frustration blur the line between ambition and self-destruction.
CAPTURED
A mockumentary that follows the antics of three friends as they enjoy life and stick by one another no matter what.
Some of My Folks
Sahil Patel, a Web Designer just lost his job due to financial crisis because of COVID-19. He gets a gig through a friend of his but it's pretty much impossible to complete the project because of short time span.
Deadline
Dwij and his friends are tasked to make a short film under 40 hours.