3D Boys, an 8-minute short film, shows three friends’ journeys with different characters. Directed by Nishan Gole Lama in association with Metaxas Films, this movie is screening at the 8th Nepal International Film Festival NIFF 2025 on 22 March at QFX in Civil Mall.
The film is about the three-dimensional nature of human beings. The movie explicitly suggests the theme of Carpe Diem; nevertheless, it also implicitly carries an essence of the existence of 3 inherited qualities in us. One is a planner who believes in executing a plan and inspiring all their friends, another one is all talk and no action, and the third one is lethargic.
The film shows the disparities of three good friends who reach their goals with the support of one another. This film beautifully captures their journey to watch the sunrise in the early morning.
Set in New Zealand, it includes exotic surging sea waves that remind tranquility of time and the fleeting nature of time. Hick on the hilly trail by the sea is a complete eye candy. The execution DOP of Alex Metaxas is remarkable.
The use of Nepali dialects in a lighthearted, comedic tone makes this movie enjoyable to watch. It features Bhim Odari, Santosh Sapkota, Amit Sapkota, and Akshay Sharma. All of the leads are effortless in the characters they have portrayed. The film established very believable characters. Odari’s gesture is flawless, and Santosh Sapkota and Amit Sapkota project the theme of the film effortlessly.
The film has been selected in the narrative short, national competition category of narrative short films. The film seems best for a disoriented generation who is reluctant to follow instructions and come out of their comfort zone. The film is competing with 18 other films in a national short film category. There are three awards in this category.
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