0:00mantelpiece album text The scene opens with a static medium shot, slightly angled upwards, capturing a minimalist white fireplace mantelpiece against a plain white wall. The mantelpiece is adorned with a few carefully placed decorative items. In the center, a sleek, rectangular gray photo album, titled "THE YEAR WE HAD" in subtle white text, stands propped open slightly, though its contents are not yet visible. To its right, a smooth, light yellow abstract vase, a small dark gray tray holding a miniature black bottle, and a vibrant red glass beaker are arranged. To the far right, a portion of a framed artwork with a black and white abstract design can be seen. The overall lighting is soft and diffused, casting gentle shadows and highlighting the clean, neutral color palette of whites, grays, and subtle pastel accents. A white text overlay prominently displays: "all of our favourite photos and memories in one book".
0:04hand opening album This scene maintains the same static medium shot of the mantelpiece as the previous scene. The focus remains on the gray photo album, "THE YEAR WE HAD", situated centrally on the clean white mantelpiece. The subtle light yellow abstract vase, the small dark gray tray with a miniature black bottle, and the vibrant red glass beaker are still visible to the right. A framed black and white artwork is partially seen on the far right. The soft, natural lighting continues to illuminate the neutral-toned setting. The key action in this shot is a slender hand, adorned with two silver rings (one large, one smaller), entering the frame from the left side and gently opening the front cover of the gray photo album. The white text overlay: "all of our favourite photos and memories in one book" persists on screen, reinforcing the theme.
The camera transitions to an overhead, slightly angled static shot, now looking down at the open photo album resting on a soft, light gray textured fabric surface, likely a sofa or blanket. The album is fully open, revealing a pristine white page adorned with six distinct square photographs arranged in a grid of three rows and two columns. The images are personal, capturing various family moments: a child playing on a sandy beach by the water, a family dining together indoors, a child standing on a chair painting on a wall, a child wading in a shallow body of water, and another candid shot of a child on a beach. A female hand, wearing silver rings, lightly touches the lower left corner of the page, guiding the viewer's eye. The lighting is bright and even, enhancing the vibrant colors of the photographs. The white text overlay, "all of our favourite photos and memories in one book", remains visible, providing context.
This overhead shot of the open photo album continues, with the camera executing a slow, deliberate zoom out. The album rests on a light gray, textured fabric surface, now revealing more of its white pages and the surrounding soft fabric. The current spread showcases another six square photographs. These images include: a collection of vintage-style portrait photos arranged on a wooden surface, a woman walking with a child down a brick path, a child getting their nails done by an adult in a brightly lit salon, and a family enjoying a picnic on a blue blanket in a grassy park. The natural, bright lighting from above continues to illuminate the scene, enhancing the clarity and color of the photographs. The slow camera movement creates a gentle and contemplative mood as more memories are unveiled.
0:12album spread three The camera continues its slow zoom out, maintaining the overhead, slightly angled perspective of the open photo album on the light gray textured surface. This new spread features six more square photographs, each offering a glimpse into diverse family experiences. The images include: several children standing in a brightly lit, sparse room with large windows, a man and two children swimming in a clear blue lake surrounded by lush greenery, a person looking out from a large circular window, possibly on a boat or unique structure, and a child playing on a blue slide. The consistent bright, natural lighting ensures all details within the photographs are clearly visible, while the gentle camera motion continues to unveil the breadth of memories contained within the album's pages. The clean, white background of the album pages makes the colorful photos pop.
0:15album spread four The camera maintains its overhead, slowly zooming out perspective, revealing another spread of six square photographs within the open photo album. The album rests on the same light gray textured surface. This set of images captures moments of relaxation and simple pleasures: a person's hand gently holding a small, dark animal, a woman sunbathing peacefully on a striped towel on a pebbly beach with the ocean in the background, a person's hand holding a heart-shaped raspberry, two women smiling and enjoying a casual outdoor meal or coffee, and a playful close-up of a couple embracing with genuine smiles. The bright sunlight illuminates these scenes, emphasizing the warmth and happiness radiating from the photographs. The continuous slow zoom out gradually showcases the richness and variety of memories compiled in the album.
0:18album spread five The camera continues its slow zoom out, maintaining the overhead, slightly angled view of the open photo album, still resting on the light gray textured surface. This spread showcases another six square photographs. The images capture a variety of dynamic and joyful moments: a young girl standing beside a wooden hot tub, a person swinging on a rope swing over a beautiful blue ocean with a pebbled beach, and a close-up, cheerful photograph of a couple embracing warmly, both smiling brightly. The outdoor scenes benefit from clear, bright daylight, while the indoor scene is also well-lit. The overall impression is one of active enjoyment and affectionate connections. The slow, continuous camera movement invites the viewer to absorb each memory.
The overhead, slowly zooming out shot of the open photo album persists, revealing yet another spread of six square photographs on its white pages, set against the light gray textured background. The images present a mix of personal hobbies and domestic scenes: a man sitting casually, playing an acoustic guitar and smiling at the camera, a shot of a sleek, modern kitchen interior, and another candid shot of a couple, possibly related to the previous embracing photo. The lighting is consistently bright and natural, ensuring the clarity and detail of each photograph. The slow, gradual zoom out provides a flowing narrative as the album's contents are progressively unveiled, emphasizing the curated collection of diverse memories.
0:24album spread seven The camera continues its smooth, slow zoom out, maintaining the overhead, slightly angled perspective on the open photo album. The album, resting on the light gray textured fabric, now presents two prominent square photographs. The top image captures a breathtaking sunset over a serene ocean, with a distant coastline silhouetted against an orange and purple sky, and gentle waves lapping at the shore. The bottom image shows a tranquil beach scene with a couple and a child standing at the water's edge, gazing out at a vast body of water with misty mountains in the background under a soft blue sky. These landscape and family moments evoke feelings of peace and connection with nature. The consistent bright lighting enhances the vibrant colors and details of these evocative scenes.
0:27album spread eight hand swipe The camera remains in an overhead, slightly angled static shot, looking down at the open photo album on the light gray textured surface. This spread of the album displays six more square photographs, each depicting a different candid family moment. These images include: a person engrossed in reading a book, two children playing indoors with colorful stackable seats, two children walking on a path in a park with autumn-like trees, a decorated Christmas tree, and a child looking at a bright green light source in a dark room. A female hand, adorned with several silver rings, sweeps across the right page of the album from top to bottom, subtly inviting the viewer to continue browsing. The bright, natural light consistently illuminates the photographs, highlighting the warmth and activity within each memory.
0:29woman holding album The camera transitions to a static medium close-up, focusing on a woman's torso and arms as she holds the gray photo album. The woman, who has fair skin and is wearing a cozy, light beige and white striped knit sweater, gently cradles the closed album against her left arm and chest. Her hands are positioned on the album, with a simple silver necklace visible against her dark under-top. Her lower body, dressed in loose-fitting white pants, is also partially visible, and brown socks are worn. The background is softly blurred, hinting at an indoor setting, possibly a bedroom or living room, with warm, diffused lighting. The album, identifiable by its gray cover, is held upside down, revealing the subtle text "THE YEAR WE HAD" on its cover, reinforcing its identity. The overall impression is one of warmth, comfort, and personal connection to the memories within the album.
0:31woman mirror selfie The scene shifts to a static medium shot, capturing a blonde woman taking a mirror selfie. The woman is reflected in an irregularly shaped, modern mirror with a wavy edge, positioned against a plain white wall. She is smiling broadly and holding a dark smartphone to capture her reflection. She is wearing the same light beige and white striped knit sweater and loose-fitting white pants as in the previous scene. In the background, to the left of the mirror, a clean, modern kitchen with white subway tiles, stainless steel appliances, and fresh fruit on a counter is visible. To the right, an acoustic guitar hangs on a light-colored wall, adding a touch of personal flair to the bright, well-lit indoor space. The natural light streams in, creating a cheerful and inviting atmosphere. Her happy expression conveys satisfaction.
