The mind behind "The 100th Victim"

 In our film opening, The 100th Victim, In my film, I as the director, intentionally embrace many classic thriller conventions while also challenging some of their typical portrayals. For example, I instructed our lighting manager, Hadi Kamran, to use stark, shadowy lighting and a suspenseful, and i used pulsating score to immediately establish an atmosphere of unease—techniques that are staples in the thriller genre. At the same time, I wanted to delve deeper than a straightforward tale of good versus evil.

By interweaving voiceovers that reveal my protagonist’s no mercy for his fellow humans due to their sins and the evil they cause, I provide context to his actions and challenge the conventional portrayal of a one-dimensional villain. Instead of simply showing a cold-blooded killer, I explore how early mistreatment fuels his quest for revenge, inviting the audience to question whether his actions, however extreme, are a distorted cry for justice. This narrative choice not only heightens the tension but also encourages viewers to empathize with his internal conflict, blurring the line between victim and perpetrator.

Overall, our

approach aims to captivate the audience with familiar thriller techniques—tight editing, suspenseful pacing, and dramatic visuals—while also offering a more nuanced exploration of character and motive. This blend of using and subverting conventions creates a more engaging and thought-provoking viewing experience, reflective of my personal perspective as a filmmaker.