FINDING SHINOBI drops us into a lawless landfill on the edge of Transnistria, where Ivan lives alone with his dog. When Shinobi is hurt, Ivan must face his deepest fear to save the only creature he trusts. A quiet survival tale about devotion, decay, and the small flickers of life we cling to.
Man. Dog. Vanish.
On the edge of Transnistria, Ivan lives alone with his dog Shinobi, surviving off scraps in an abandoned quarry turned landfill. When their collected metal is stolen, Shinobi goes hungry, forcing Ivan into a toxic zone where he crosses paths with a wary boy scavenging alone. After a near-fatal accident and Shinobi’s injury, Ivan must confront his deepest fear to save the only being he’s ever connected with.Finding Shinobi is the second chapter in the Ivan Trilogy, following Ivan’s Gift. The final chapter is currently in development.
HOW TO WATCH
Finding Shinobi is Episode Nº08 of the Idle Films Anthology. Currently shown exclusively at live events.The film will be part of a special trilogy screening this fall. Subscribe to our newsletter for upcoming dates and details.Learn more about Idle Films Anthology →
FILM INFOS
Directed & Produced by Iliès Terki
Starring: Daniel Thomas
40 minutes
Survival Drama
5.1 Audio | Color, 4k Scope (2.39)
Russian, Romanian
CREDITS
Cinematography: Timmi Davis
Story & Screenplay by Iliès Terki
1st Assist. Director: Paul Trauth
Assist. Producer: Samira Teymouri
Music: Christoph Klinger
Sound: Walter Laguerre
Production Design: Nico Krüger
VFX Artist: Philippe Maron