This piece was crafted with cinematic handheld camerawork to keep the energy tense and the perspective intimate. We leaned into mixed lighting sources and pushed the in-camera white balance to 2800K to exaggerate the interplay of warm and cool tones in each scene. The lighting design was fully controlled and sculpted for contrast and emotional weight, never relying on natural light. During critical moments, a high shutter angle was used to heighten the physicality and punch of each movement. The color grade embraced stark contrast and deep shadows, pulling out athletic tones that felt raw yet elevated. Every camera move was deliberate, designed to follow the mindset of an athlete, quick, rhythmic, and focused. With a minimal crew, we stayed agile and reactive to the environment, allowing the story to unfold without compromise.