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Cinema
The Mechanic
Production StudioBauhaus
Category Production Designer
Filter production designer, short film
Year 2019
Introduction

This atmospheric short film, directed by Dimitris Kotseli, revolves around two old friends revisiting the haunting story of a mechanic’s mysterious disappearance.

Result

Set in a gentrified garage-turned-coffee shop, the production emphasized the authenticity of the location’s existing patina. Minimal interventions were made to preserve the natural texture and character of the space.

The aesthetic was enhanced with vintage cars from the 1950s–70s, creating a dreamy and nostalgic atmosphere. Blue, red, and pink tones were used to add a surreal layer to the story’s visual language.