0:00audible logo on bridge
The scene opens with a wide, static shot of an industrial-style drawbridge spanning a body of water. The bridge is made of aged, dark brown metal with intricate truss work and two prominent tower structures. The water beneath reflects the sky and parts of the bridge. In the background, there's a light-colored building peeking over the bridge structure and hints of a distant city skyline. The sky is clear and bright blue, suggesting daytime. An animated orange-yellow 'check mark' logo, resembling a smile, appears centrally in the sky, then expands to reveal the word 'audible' in white, sans-serif font, alongside the logo. The overall color palette is dominated by the warm browns of the bridge, the cool blue of the sky and water, and the bright white and orange of the logo. Lighting is natural and bright from above, casting subtle shadows on the bridge structure.
0:03abstract wall with light
This is a medium shot of a textured brick wall with a dynamic play of light and shadow. The left side of the wall is painted a dark, almost black, brick, while the right side transitions into lighter, yellowish-orange bricks with some geometric patterns painted in white and yellow. A dark, non-descript door is centered in the frame. A bright, diagonal strip of light cuts across the wall from the top right to the bottom left, creating a stark contrast and highlighting the textures. The lighting is strong and directional, giving the scene a graphic, almost abstract quality. The 'audible' logo is present in the lower right corner, partially obscured.
0:03urban building with birds
A medium shot captures the upper portion of an urban brick building, characterized by multiple windows and a metal fire escape on its side. The brickwork is reddish-brown, and the windows are rectangular, showing some reflections. A classic black street lamp with a glass globe extends from the building facade towards the left. The sky is a clear, light blue, suggesting early morning or late afternoon. Two dark birds are seen flying across the sky. Text overlays appear at the bottom: 'The dichotomy of my world' and 'audible' logo. The lighting is soft but clear, highlighting the architectural details.
0:04man talking in suit
A medium shot frames a bald Black man in his 40s to 50s, wearing a dark suit jacket over a white dress shirt, speaking directly to the camera. He stands indoors in front of a large window with a grid pattern, through which soft, warm sunlight streams, creating a slightly backlit effect. The background is blurred, showing warm, golden-brown tones from the interior space and the bright light from the window. His facial expression is serious and thoughtful, with expressive hand gestures. The text 'Ras Baraka' appears in a handwritten script style, followed by 'made me feel like I needed to write poetry to get it down,' in a standard white font, and the 'audible' logo. The lighting is warm and somewhat dramatic, with highlights on his face and shoulders.
0:06man talking with collage
This is a dynamic scene featuring a close-up of the same Black man, now positioned slightly to the left, looking directly at the camera and speaking. He is still wearing a dark suit and white shirt, with a serious but engaged expression. The background is a composite of several images arranged in a collage style on a white canvas. To his left, there's a fragment of an ornate architectural detail. To his right, handwritten notes with words like 'to get it down' and 'wasn't feeling' are visible on a white background. Below him, a street-level view shows a large neon sign that appears to spell 'NEWARK', with the letter 'R' visible. The lighting is soft and warm on his face. The text 'so I wasn't feeling like I was crazy' appears below him, followed by the 'audible' logo. The overall effect is busy yet focused on the speaker, with visual elements reflecting his narrative.
0:09man by large window
A wide shot shows a person, likely the same Black man, sitting with their back to the camera, looking out a very large, multi-paned window. The window occupies most of the frame, revealing the exterior of a light-colored, multi-storied building with many identical rectangular windows. The interior space is dark, silhouetting the person, while the exterior is brightly lit. The intricate grid pattern of the window panes creates a strong geometric element. The text 'I used to hide' appears below the silhouette, followed by the 'audible' logo. The lighting emphasizes contrast between the dark interior and bright exterior.
0:10split screen poetry hiding
This scene is a split-screen montage. The left panel shows a close-up of a dark-skinned hand, likely the narrator's, resting on a textured, dark wooden surface. The fingers are intertwined, suggesting contemplation or nervousness. The hand is illuminated by soft, warm light from the left. The right panel displays the facade of a modern, multi-story building with a repetitive pattern of windows reflecting the sky, seen from a low angle. The colors are cool grays and blues. The 'audible' logo is present. The text 'my poetry in my back pocket,' appears centered at the bottom of the screen. The overall lighting is a mix of warm and cool tones, highlighting the contrast between the interior and exterior settings.
0:12split screen fit in
This continues the split-screen montage. The left panel features a close-up of a person's hands, likely the narrator's, resting on a dark, ribbed wooden surface. The hands are clasped together, suggesting a moment of pause or thought. They are illuminated by warm, soft light. The right panel shows a close-up of a modern building facade with numerous windows, reflecting the outdoor light. The building's architecture is uniform and repetitive. The scene evokes a sense of conformity or anonymity. The text 'and just try to fit in with everybody else.' appears at the bottom, accompanied by the 'audible' logo. The lighting continues to blend warm interior tones with cooler exterior light.
0:14man with everyone text
A dynamic medium shot features the Black man looking intently to his left, away from the camera, with a thoughtful and slightly concerned expression. He is wearing a dark suit. The background is a dimly lit, warm-toned interior, possibly a wooden wall, with faint handwritten text scrawled on it. Large, white, bold, sans-serif text spelling 'EVERYONE' dominates the upper part of the frame, partially overlapping with the handwritten text. Below his face, the text 'Tried to be as normal' is displayed, followed by the 'audible' logo. The lighting is low-key, with warm highlights on his face and subtle shadows, creating a contemplative mood.
0:16man with everyone else text
This scene is a continuation of the previous shot, maintaining the same framing of the Black man looking away from the camera, with the large 'EVERYONE' text overhead. Now, an additional black rectangular box with the white text 'els' drops down, completing the word to 'EVERYONE else'. The handwritten notes on the background are more visible now. The lighting and overall mood remain consistent with the previous frame, emphasizing a feeling of trying to conform. The text 'as everyone else was,' is added below the initial text, with the 'audible' logo still present.
0:17aerial cityscape
A wide, slightly elevated shot captures an urban cityscape at dusk or dawn. The sky is overcast with soft, diffused light, featuring muted blues and grays. Below, streets are visible with cars driving, and various buildings, including a prominent reddish-brown brick building with many windows, line the roads. Industrial structures and a distant tower can be seen on the horizon. The overall color palette is subdued, with natural light softening the city's hard edges. The text 'even though what was happening' appears at the bottom, followed by the 'audible' logo. There's a subtle sense of movement or observation from above.
0:19house exterior
A medium wide shot shows a two-story residential house with light brown stucco walls and multiple windows, some with white trim. The house has a welcoming porch area and is surrounded by trees, one with weeping branches in the foreground, indicating a lush, possibly suburban, environment. The sky is overcast, providing soft, natural light, and the overall color palette is earthy and calm. The text 'in my household wasn't normal to them.' appears at the bottom, followed by the 'audible' logo. The scene feels quiet and domestic, contrasting with the previous urban shot.
0:20man talking close up
A tight close-up focuses on the Black man's face, positioned slightly off-center. He is looking directly into the camera, speaking with a slight furrow in his brow, conveying earnestness. He wears a dark suit and white shirt. The background is blurred, showing warm, soft indoor lighting, possibly from a window behind him. The lighting is warm and direct on his face, emphasizing his expressions. The text 'wasn't normal to them.' remains at the bottom, along with the 'audible' logo.
0:21hand with text overlay
A close-up shot focuses on a dark-skinned hand holding what appears to be a small, dark object, possibly a pen or a stylus. The hand is positioned centrally and slightly angled, illuminated by a warm, directional light that casts subtle shadows. The background is dark and blurred, suggesting an indoor setting. Prominent white text overlays appear: 'WHEN I WRITE' in large, bold letters at the top, then 'I get' in smaller letters below it, and finally 'INTO A SPACE' in large, bold letters at the bottom. The text 'When I write,' appears at the very bottom, followed by the 'audible' logo. The scene emphasizes the act of creation and the introspective process.
0:22man profile with text
A tight close-up captures the left side profile of the Black man's face. He looks upwards and to the left, his eyes open and reflective, suggesting deep thought or vision. His skin has a smooth, dark tone, and he is bald. The background is out of focus, showing warm, soft light from an unseen source, possibly a window, creating a bright highlight near his eye. Large, bold, white text overlays dominate the frame: 'SEE' at the top, followed by a handwritten 'the' connecting to 'WORLD' below it, creating the phrase 'SEE the WORLD'. The text 'where I begin to see the world,' appears at the bottom, with the 'audible' logo. The lighting is artistic, with strong contrast between light and shadow on his face, conveying intensity and contemplation.
0:24man walking on balcony
A wide shot, framed through dark vertical bars or banisters in the foreground, shows a person, likely the narrator, walking slowly along an elevated interior walkway or balcony. The person is silhouetted against two very large, brightly lit, multi-paned windows in the background, which reveal a light-colored building exterior. The interior space is vast and dimly lit, with high ceilings and architectural details. The lighting is dramatic, with strong backlighting from the windows creating a halo effect around the walking figure. The text 'trying to change it or fix it,' appears at the bottom, with the 'audible' logo. The scene evokes a sense of journey or observation.
0:27man intense close up
A very tight close-up focuses intensely on the Black man's face. He looks directly into the camera with an open-mouthed expression, conveying deep emotion or a powerful statement. His eyes are wide, and his brow is slightly furrowed. He wears a dark suit. The background is completely blurred, showing warm, soft indoor lighting. The lighting is direct and warm on his face, emphasizing every detail and emotion. The text 'but as somebody actually in it.' appears at the bottom, with the 'audible' logo. The scene is highly personal and impactful.
0:28title card the book of baraka
A static title card displayed against a dark, richly textured background that appears to be a dimly lit interior with architectural details, possibly the same grand room as the final scene, but very dark. The background shows hints of large windows and columns in muted tones. The text 'audible ORIGINAL' appears in small white letters at the top. Below this, in very large, bold, white, sans-serif font, the title 'THE BOOK OF BARAKA' is displayed, with 'THE BOOK OF' stacked above 'BARAKA'. Further down, 'LISTEN NOW' appears in smaller white text, with a short orange-yellow line beneath it. The overall mood is solemn and grand, with strong typography being the focal point. The lighting is extremely low-key, almost silhouetting the background architecture.
0:29man in grand hall with logo
A wide, static shot captures a grand, high-ceilinged interior hall or library. A single person, likely the Black man, stands far in the background, facing a large, brightly lit window on the right side of the frame, silhouetted against the light. The room features a massive dark column centrally placed, and a long, dark wooden table runs across the mid-ground. The architecture is classical, with ornate ceilings and large windows that emit bright, warm, almost golden light. The left side of the room is darker, with a large, dark rectangular painting or banner on the wall. The overall color palette is rich and warm, with dramatic contrast between the illuminated windows and the darker interior. The 'audible' logo, in white and orange, animates and floats into the center of the screen, settling there. The scene conveys a sense of scale, solitude, and reflection.
