Create an ultra-realistic black and white cinematic portrait using the uploaded reference image as the primary identity source (STRICT FACE LOCK ENABLED).
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👤 Identity (CRITICAL — NO ALTERATIONS)
Replace the subject entirely with the person from the reference photo
Preserve 100% facial identity accuracy: bone structure, proportions, skin texture, pores, wrinkles, eyes, nose, lips, jawline, hairline, beard (if present)
Maintain the exact same facial expression from the reference image (no reinterpretation)
Do not stylize, beautify, or modify age
Skin must look natural, detailed, and realistic (visible pores, micro-texture, subtle imperfections)
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📸 Composition
Extreme close-up portrait (head and partial shoulders)
Face occupying most of the frame
Subject positioned slightly off-center (rule of thirds)
Head slightly turned to the side (3/4 angle), gaze directed off-camera
Strong focus on eyes and facial texture
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🎭 Expression & Mood
Serious, introspective, neutral expression
Slight tension in the eyes and forehead
Cinematic, contemplative mood
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👕 Appearance (IMPORTANT MODIFICATIONS)
Natural hairstyle based strictly on reference image
Clothing minimal and dark (simple black shirt or neutral tone, barely visible)
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💡 Lighting
Dramatic low-key lighting
Single directional light source from the side (Rembrandt-style)
Strong shadows creating depth and contrast
High contrast black and white tones
Subtle falloff into darkness on one side of the face
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🎞️ Style & Quality
Black and white (monochrome), rich tonal range
Documentary / fine art portrait style
Analog film look with subtle grain (Ilford / Kodak Tri-X style)
Ultra-sharp focus on facial details
Shallow depth of field (background completely blurred)
8K resolution, hyper-realistic
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🎨 Texture Details
Emphasize:
Skin pores and micro-details
Beard stubble (if present)
Wrinkles and expression lines
Natural light falloff across face
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❌ Negative Prompt
blurry, low resolution, soft face, plastic skin, beauty filter, stylized, cartoon, CGI, anime, exaggerated features, altered identity, different person, wrong proportions, extra features, accessories, hat, earrings, smiling, teeth visible, overexposed, flat lighting, artificial shadows