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How well do you know your friends and family? That’s the unnerving question behind ‘Who’s There‘, a ten-minute horror short directed by Ryan Doris and written by Todd Spence and Zak White. The film starts on a deceptively cheerful note, with a single dad making cheese sandwiches in a quiet suburban home. His daughter Brooke has a party to attend, and everything feels light and normal. But when it’s time for her to return, things take a sharp, eerie turn.
What follows is a tense and darkly funny take on the classic “don’t open the door” horror trope. The suspense in ‘Who’s There‘ builds on a single, terrifying concept – what if the voice at your door sounds exactly like your loved one, but something feels off? The entity on the other side starts mimicking Brooke, and then cycles through different familiar voices, trying to manipulate the father into opening up. It’s unsettling, creepy, and weirdly amusing all at once.
Despite a few underwhelming special effects, the short film ‘Who’s There’ succeeds in keeping viewers hooked with its clever pacing and solid acting. The simplicity of the setting works in its favor, letting the sound design and voice acting shine. The father’s rising paranoia and hesitation are relatable, and the final twist delivers a satisfying albeit comedic ending.
Who’s There might not be nightmare-inducing, but it’s a fun, spooky short that plays on everyday fears of trust, deception, and being alone at night. If you enjoy quick horror stories with a psychological edge, this one might be worth ten minutes of your time.
You can watch the film on YouTube.
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