Filmmaker Statement

THE DOOR is a gripping and grounded horror short that delves into the depths of grief and love, revealing the tragic consequences they can lead us to. It poses the haunting question: What lengths would you go to in order to get back the one you cherish most? The story unearths the weight of grief and loss that follows any parent’s worst fear - the loss of their child, and exposes the darkest corners of our souls during our most vulnerable moments. THE DOOR demands answers from Kara, Felix, and the audience alike: What sacrifices would you make to reunite with your child? How far into selfishness would you be willing to descend if put in their shoes? Immersing viewers in a tense and claustrophobic atmosphere, THE DOOR is an elevated modern horror that follows Kara's descent into madness, leading to a heart-wrenching and inevitable climax.