Short Films Competition

when two balls meat,

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In a restaurant where meatballs are the only thing on the menu—and can only be eaten with ping-pong rackets—a budding couple follows the rules on their first dinner date. Each fumble feels endearing, each struggle strangely romantic. But as the game tightens its grip and disruptions creep in, the charm begins to sour. What starts as play becomes a test of endurance, intimacy, and appetite. As the illusion begins to crack, the question shifts from how to play along to how much one is willing to swallow. How would you eat your meatballs?

Nikki MEKADENAUMPORN

biography

I’m Nikki, a Bangkok-born actress and filmmaker who found her voice working on social impact films in highschool in Singapore, helping people feel seen and empowered. I now make videos, direct musicals, teach kids, while exploring cinema as a socio-political tool for connection at Sciences Po Paris.

Credits
  • Directing : Nikki Mekadenaumporn
  • Script : Nikki Mekadenaumporn
  • Casting : Nikki Mekadenaumporn
  • Photography : Nikki Mekadenaumporn, Eng Yi Seow & Li Zonglun
  • Sound : Nikki Mekadenaumporn
  • Editing : Nikki Mekadenaumporn & Anandita Borman
  • Music : Nikki Mekadenaumporn
  • Costumes : Nikki Mekadenaumporn
  • Makeup & hairdressing : Nikki Mekadenaumporn
  • Production : Nikki Mekadenaumporn
  • Calibration : Anandita Borman
  • Sound mixing : Nikki Mekadenaumporn

Thank you to Felicia for believing in my bizarre meatball-and-pingpong dream and inspiring me daily with your resilience. Gloria and Gemma, your excitement seeing the first shot gave me lots of confidence. Zonglun, for being my co-star since Singapore. Eng Yi and Dita, your sharp eyes, “Let’s do it!” energy, and magical color grading brought the film to life. This film is for all of you.

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