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If a five-minute short horror film delivers one solid spooky moment, we’d like to believe it’s worth a watch, especially for genre fans looking for a quick, eerie distraction. Indie horror short Double Vision by Isabelle Kiser is one such flick.
Kiser not only directs but also stars in this tense little chiller, playing a young woman heading home late at night. On her way, she notices something strange on the street and chooses to ignore it. But what happens when that eerie presence follows her all the way inside her house?
At under five minutes, Double Vision packs in a fair amount of tension within its crisp runtime. Of course, it also squeezes in the classic horror-movie protagonist making dumb decisions trope. Case in point: when the girl realizes there might be an intruder in her home, does she run or call the cops? Nope—she simply heads back to her room. And when she’s almost certain someone is inside? She switches off the light! It’s a hilariously frustrating moment, adding a touch of unintentional comedy to the suspense.
The cinematography is simple and straightforward, with Kiser effectively using light and subtle music to create an eerie atmosphere. While the lighting could have been better in some scenes, the overall experience is enjoyable. So, if you’re in the mood for a bite-sized horror fix or planning a horror short binge, Double Vision is worth checking out on YouTube.