Certain Emotions

Certain Emotions (Belli Başlı Duygular),a 2024 short film by Cem Kamil Dede, explores the inner thoughts of a 16-year-old boy grappling with existential questions. In just three minutes, the boy's monologue expresses a nihilistic view of life, love, and the fleeting nature of emotions. He challenges conventional ideas of happiness and relationships, revealing a deep sense of isolation. Shot with minimalist cinematography, the film's raw honesty and introspective tone capture the emotional struggles of adolescence, highlighting universal themes of alienation and disconnection in modern life.