Prepare for a chilling cinematic experience! We're thrilled to unveil the exclusive teaser for 'The Occupant of the Room,' a gripping narrative short film that will leave you on the edge of your seat. But here's the twist: it's not your typical horror flick.
This 31-minute masterpiece marks the narrative debut of Kier-La Janisse, renowned for her documentary 'Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched.' She adapts a 1909 short story by Algernon Blackwood, mirroring the BBC's beloved 'A Ghost Story for Christmas' specials. And this is where it gets intriguing: a teacher's innocent hotel stay in the Alps turns into a night of eerie encounters, all because he has to take the room of a missing guest.
Starring Don McKellar, Ben Petrie, and Delphine Roussel, the film boasts a talented cast. Karim Hussain's cinematography adds to the suspense. Produced by Janisse's Spectacular Optical and supported by industry heavyweights, the film is set to make waves.
After its world premiere at Sitges Film Festival, 'The Occupant of the Room' will embark on a festival tour, including stops at Toronto After Dark, Mayhem Film Festival, Celluloid Screams, Brooklyn Horror Fest, and Imagine Film Festival.
And here's the part most people miss: is it a ghost story, a psychological thriller, or a folk horror masterpiece? You decide! The film's genre-bending nature is sure to spark debates. Will it leave you questioning reality or simply entertained? Share your thoughts below!
