I''m currently writing a short film based in an apocalyptic universe. It's set in one room and is primarily moved forward by the dialogue between two strong characters. The point of the short is to send a message or help the viewer to learn a lesson, an Aesop's Fable kind of vibe. Without wanting to reveal too much about the cause for the film, it needs to end on the premise that 'it was all a dream'. I've always understood that this was a big no-no and I completely understand why. My only issue is that for the viewer to learn the lesson or understand the message, then this is a must for the end of the short. Is it such a terrible thing for me to do if there is a genuine reason for it? Or should I just leave that part out altogether and hope the audience understands the point? That only leaves me with having to find another ending which is just as effective as the original idea.
Any comments you have would be super helpful. Maybe we can just discuss the idea of 'It was all a dream" in filmmaking.
Thanks.
Any comments you have would be super helpful. Maybe we can just discuss the idea of 'It was all a dream" in filmmaking.
Thanks.