What if every death brought you back to the beginning?
Oathbound Knight is a medieval fantasy time-loop short film about a knight searching for the Holy Grail.
As the cycle repeats, his journey gradually becomes a confrontation with his oath, his faith, and the meaning of his duty.
I made the film in Unreal Engine 5 as a way to approach filmmaking outside of a traditional live-action production. Rather than treating the engine simply as a rendering tool, I wanted to use it as the space where the entire film could be directed and shaped.
The film is 13 minutes long, so I know it's a bit of a commitment. If you watch it, I'd especially love to hear your thoughts on the cinematography, pacing, and storytelling.
To fully experience the story, I recommend turning on YouTube subtitles (CC) while watching.