At home alone during a storm, a woman must confront a sinister presence that whispers her name from the shadows, pushing the boundaries of her sanity and forcing her to fight for her survival.
Type:
Short
Status:
For sale
Page Count:
1pp
Genre:
Horror
Budget:
Shoestring
Age Rating:
13+
Synopsis/Details
"BLACKOUT" is a psychological horror short film that unfolds as SARAH finds herself trapped alone in her dark living room during a raging storm. As the power abruptly goes out, she becomes ensnared in an eerie atmosphere, haunted by strange scratching sounds from above and a malicious whisper that taunts her. Armed with a flickering candle, Sarah's fear intensifies as a chilling gust of wind extinguishes the flame, plunging her into a suffocating darkness. In her desperate search for a light source, she discovers a flashlight, illuminating the room to reveal a GROTESQUE FIGURE mere inches away, poised to strike. Before the figure can harm her, the power unexpectedly returns, flooding the room with light. Sarah finds herself standing alone, her racing heartbeat the only sound. Overwhelmed with relief yet shaken to her core, she sinks to the floor, tightly gripping the trembling flashlight. "Blackout" delves into the depths of Sarah's terror and her struggle against an unseen evil. Through its atmospheric tension and nerve-racking encounters, this psychological horror short film invites viewers to question the boundary between reality and the sinister forces that lurk in the shadows.

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The Writer: Armand Arekian

As a multi-genre screenwriter, voice actor, and occasional producer of low-budget horror films, I thrive on the creative freedom and diverse challenges that each role presents. Writing across genres allows me to explore a vast array of storytelling styles, from heart-pounding thrillers to heartfelt dramas and even quirky comedies, constantly pushing the boundaries of my imagination. My experience as a voice actor adds another layer to my storytelling, giving me a deeper understanding of character nuance and dialogue rhythm that enriches my scripts. Venturing into the world of low-budget horror, being a part of the production team has been both an exhilarating and educational journey,… Go to bio
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