Key Takeaways from the Audience Feedback

 1. The Film’s Strengths

Many viewers appreciated the cinematography and atmosphere, particularly how the visuals and lighting created an eerie, suspenseful tone. Several responses mentioned:

• The composition and framing effectively conveyed Ali’s isolation.

• The use of shadows and dim lighting added to the psychological tension.

• The symbolism such as the goat’s head and shadowy figure was impactful and thought-provoking.

Additionally, the sound design and minimal dialogue were praised for enhancing the film’s unsettling mood. The use of the song Aik Alif at the end was particularly well received, with some viewers noting how the lyrics added an extra layer of meaning.

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2. Areas for Improvement

While the feedback was largely positive, some recurring suggestions pointed to areas that could be refined:

• Pacing of the Opening – Several viewers felt that the opening shots were slightly prolonged, making the start of the film feel slower than necessary. This aligned with my teacher’s feedback, which led me to trim some of the early sequences.

• Sound Effects – A few responses mentioned that some moments felt too silent and could have benefited from additional background sounds or foley effects. This feedback prompted me to enhance the sound design by adding more subtle ambient noises.

• Clarity of the Narrative – While many viewers enjoyed the symbolic elements, some found the story slightly ambiguous and wished for a bit more clarity. However, I intended for Shaam to have an open-ended, psychological feel, so I decided not to make drastic changes but rather ensure key visual cues were more refined.