Garganta is an atmospheric short film that immerses the viewer in a world of unsettling beauty. The camera glides through near-deserted streets shrouded in dense fog, revealing a landscape steeped in mystery and unease. The grainy, low-resolution imagery heightens the sense of impermanence and the unknown, while a haunting sound design transforms the experience into something deeply visceral.
Here, the night itself becomes a silent protagonist, weaving a suspenseful narrative that grips the senses. Garganta invites the viewer to traverse the liminal space between reality and dreams, leaving behind an indelible imprint of dread and fascination in every frame. A brief yet unforgettable encounter with the inexplicable.
Inspired by the experimental short films of David Lynch, I chose to embrace the low resolution of the handheld camcorder I’ve kept since my teenage years. Rather than shy away from its limitations, I used them to craft a film steeped in darkness— a single-take sequence designed to evoke terror in what remains unseen.
Sound design played a crucial role in shaping the film’s unsettling atmosphere. A mix of live-recorded sounds and additional elements introduced in post-production amplifies the sense of disquiet and immersion.
Garganta was developed as part of the Proyector LAP<25 workshop, held at the Cruce. Arte y pensamiento contemporáneo gallery in Madrid.