Tournike Ep.1-2 -

Rule #1: A tourniquet is for life-threatening limb bleeding only. Not for a nosebleed, not for a minor cut.

Indicators for use:

Do not delay – If bleeding is severe enough to cause shock (pale, sweaty, confused, unconscious) within minutes, apply the tourniquet immediately. tournike Ep.1-2

For an independently funded series, Tournike Ep.1-2 punches well above its weight class. Cinematographer Elena Voss uses a claustrophobic 4:3 aspect ratio for scenes inside Kaelen’s apartment, expanding to a widescreen 2.35:1 only when he enters the Tournike facility. This visual language subtly communicates the character’s expanding (and forced) world.

The score, composed by electronic artist Bvdub, is a minimalist blend of decaying piano loops and sub-bass frequencies that mimic a human heartbeat under stress. It is oppressive, beautiful, and unforgettable. Rule #1: A tourniquet is for life-threatening limb

Equipment: Commercial tourniquet (CAT, SOFTT-W) is best. Improvised (belt, cloth + windlass) is a last resort.

Step-by-step (C-A-B-C):

Critical Do’s & Don’ts:

Memory aid: High and tight – twist until white (pale limb) and dry (no flow). Do not delay – If bleeding is severe