The latest horror short film from AMP's D-Dowd productions presents a man, Wesley, stuck in a dark room where he hears the voice of a woman say "When it's dark you can't see your shadow". You see old light candles, autumn trees as you walk around the cemetery. Martin Groff's score is chilling with the sound of an organ that echoes in the halls of a church. The classic Halloween mood is on display, which further enhances the traditional approach to the horror genre. Although with a clever little psychological twist. Who is this woman who seems to know Wesley's secret? And what exactly is this dark room that Wesley is stuck in. Charlotte Ferris portrays an Edgar Allan Poe type of character who speaks in a menacing and atmospheric narration.
The short film perfectly feels like an appetizer to get into the vibe of the Halloween season. Although I found myself wanting to continue the exploration of Wesley's confrontation with the mysterious woman. The short ends on a chilling, but abrupt note. So the mood will stick in your mind for some time after watching it. Overall, a fun little novella that will make you want the leaves to soon turn orange again.
