papercut
“When one note destroys everything he built”
Synopsis
This short film follows an office worker whose routine, discipline, and love for his job define his daily life—until a sudden personal crisis shatters his stability. As his emotional world spirals, the pressure begins to leak into his professional life, transforming his once-ordered existence into quiet chaos. Through subtle moments and shifting behavior, the film explores how a single event can dismantle someone’s sense of purpose, capturing the fragile line between dedication, despair, and the need for human connection.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Mustapha kandili
- Screenplay & Story
- Mustapha kandili
- Original Title
- papercut
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mustapha kandili
Mustapha kandili
anas ettaoudi
Mustapha kandili
Department Leadership Roster
anas ettaoudi
Director of Photography
Mustapha kandili
Director
Mustapha kandili
Editor
Mustapha kandili
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for papercut.
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Frequently Asked Questions About papercut
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What is papercut about?
This short film follows an office worker whose routine, discipline, and love for his job define his daily life—until a sudden personal crisis shatters his stability. As his emotional world spirals, the pressure begins to leak into his professional life, transforming his once-ordered existence into quiet chaos. Through subtle moments and shifting behavior, the film explores how a single event can dismantle someone’s sense of purpose, capturing the fragile line between dedication, despair, and the need for human connection.
Who directed papercut?
papercut was directed by Mustapha kandili.
Who stars in papercut?
The principal cast of papercut includes ILYAS BOUSSATTA.
When was papercut released and how long is it?
papercut was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 2m.