By Elliot Lines - February 25, 2025
At just 18 minutes long, Joshua Morgan's Blake Buried a Body is an impressive feat. Packed with tension and psychological horror, this short film tells a simple yet highly effective story, delivering a chilling experience in a brief runtime.
When 12-year-old Charlie accidentally kills a kayaker, his troubled older brother, Blake, desperately tries to cover it up. As guilt consumes him, Blake is soon confronted with the eerie and terrifying fallout of his choices.
Despite its low budget, this film keeps storytelling at the forefront. Morgan weaves an intriguing narrative, beginning with the bond between two brothers before steering into darker territory. As Blake grapples with his own psyche, Blake Buried a Body descends into an unsettling and sinister place.
While the ideas on display aren't new, this is a chilling short story that will get you thinking. The horror on show is effective and leaves a lasting impression, relying more on psychological tension than cheap scares. The film’s eerie atmosphere, combined with strong performances and unsettling visuals, makes for an engrossing watch.
Morgan’s direction ensures that every moment feels purposeful, there’s no wasted time, only escalating fear. While Blake Buried a Body doesn’t reinvent the genre, it delivers a haunting experience that lingers well beyond its short runtime.
World premiere at the Gasparilla Int'l Film Festival
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