Short Film Review: THE DAM. 7min., Australia. Horror.

Synopsis:

When Flo turns up at his farm, Jesse believes he’s the one in charge. As they walk through the countryside Jesse tries to impress Flo with stories of UFOs and disappearing cows. A brush with death at an abandoned house reveals that Flo has a hidden strength. Despite his bravado, Jesse is not ready to make the leap into adult love but Flo has the courage to face the pain and struggle of life. She leads him towards a moment or illumination but the consequences are terrifying, traumatic and possibly tragic.

Review by Andie Karvelis

When Jessie meets Florence and tries to impress her with creepy UFO stories he gets a lot more than he bargained for.

Andrew Sully and Jo Tabit have created a suspenseful, supernatural thriller that leaves you picking your jaw up off the floor. Set in rural New South Wales, Australia, the Director of Photography, Rob Hill, does an amazing job enchanting you with the beauty of the landscape.

You are immediately thrust into a deceptively sweet meeting between Jessie, portrayed by Jeremy Blewitt and Florence, portrayed by Martha Morgan. The instant chemistry between them is undeniable and it’s a joy to watch them banter back and forth. These two actors did such a sensational job, very personable and believable in their roles. Andrew Sully did a great job in directing because you get so caught up in them you don’t realize there is something seriously wrong until about half way through.

There were very little special effects in this which was great because the ones they did have, packed a punch! I don’t know if it was makeup artist Jasmine Hayward who was responsible for them but the realism was uncanny. ( I don’t want to spoil anything for you )

When you reach the twist within this film, I for one, definitely did not see it coming. I find myself left with burning questions and a secret hope there will be a “The Dam – Part 2” that answers them.

Directed by

Andrew Sully

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