FINAL YEAR PROJECT REPORT - A SILENT GEAR: CM201: AUG 2025

NUR SHAFIRA ALIA, SUHAIMI (2025) FINAL YEAR PROJECT REPORT - A SILENT GEAR: CM201: AUG 2025. Project Report. UPTM.

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Abstract

Neglect is a profound and often overlooked issue that affects individuals emotionally, psychologically, and socially. In A Silent Gear, neglect plays a central role in shaping the protagonist’s journey and the emotional depth of the story. Thomas, the aging clocktower keeper, dedicates his life to maintaining the mechanism that keeps the city running, yet he is ignored and ridiculed by the townspeople. Their disregard for his work fosters a deep sense of isolation and unworthiness, reflecting the real-world struggles of those who feel unseen and undervalued despite their contributions. The story intensifies when the city’s clocktower begins to fail, and Thomas discovers that only two gears can replace the broken core: one in his prosthetic hand and the other in his companion Cog’s core. His ultimate sacrifice, dismantling Cog to restore the tower, serves as a metaphor for how neglect leads to painful choices and irreversible loss. By utilizing 2D/3D animation and visual storytelling, A Silent Gear conveys the impact of neglect in a deeply immersive and emotional way. Rather than simply discussing neglect as an abstract concept, the animation allows the audience to witness the consequences of unappreciated dedication and the emotional weight of being forgotten. The story also raises awareness about the cost of indifference and highlights the importance of recognizing and valuing those who contribute silently to society. Through Thomas’s journey, the animation delivers a poignant message on appreciation, empathy, and human connection, encouraging viewers to reflect on their own perceptions of worth and gratitude.

Item Type:	Monograph (Project Report)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	A SILENT GEAR, CM201
Divisions:	Faculty of Computing and Multimedia (FCOM)
Depositing User:	Library3 UPTM
Date Deposited:	20 May 2026 07:14
Last Modified:	20 May 2026 07:51
URI:	http://eprints.uptm.edu.my/id/eprint/5615

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