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The story centers on the psychological and emotional impact of bullying and familial abuse, and how these experiences can deeply scar an individual.

The singular philosophical point being conveyed is that true empowerment comes from confronting one’s fears and reclaiming control over one’s own narrative, regardless of past trauma or external cruelty.

Through Mel’s journey, we learn that standing up to abuse—whether from family or external forces—requires both internal strength and the ability to break free from the victimization imposed by others. The supernatural element serves as a metaphor for the way trauma haunts, but also for how one can transform that pain into power. The story underscores the importance of breaking cycles of abuse and finding the courage to no longer let others define or control your self-worth.

It is about the choice between remaining a victim of your past or seizing your future by facing your deepest fears, no matter how overwhelming they seem.

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Producer / Writer - Yulia Arispe

Yulia is an American-Venezuelan producer with a Russian heritage. She discovered her passion for storytelling and filmmaking early and immigrated to the United States due to political instability in Venezuela.
After earning her first MFA from the New York Film Academy in Miami and driven by her dream of becoming a storyteller, Yulia moved to Los Angeles, graduating with honors with her second MFA in Producing.
She has directed and produced numerous films, which have been screened and awarded at several prestigious film festivals. Recently, produced by her drama Lost in Memories won the Immaculate Heart Award at the LA Shorts FF.
In June 2024, Yulia was awarded a WomenInFilm 2024 Fellowship in Physical Production.
Yulia is committed to creating films that entertain, deliver powerful messages and challenging perspectives, and contribute to a better world through the art of storytelling.

Producer - Tracy Keshek

Tracy Keshek is a Producer and Co-Founder of Red Siren Entertainment. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, with a background in business and photography, Tracy began her career in the entertainment industry as a Talent Manager. She attended UCLA, studying Entertainment Business Management, specializing in Entertainment Business and Finance along with Talent Representation.
Tracy has experience in all aspects of film production, from development to post-production. She is currently producing and in development on several new TV series and feature films. Tracy has also served as a Producer for several feature films, shorts, music videos, web series, commercials, and the upcoming documentary currently in production, A Renaissance Reborn. Most recently, Tracy produced the action film S41NT starring Osric Chau, co-produced the award-winning feature film In This Gray Place, starring Phil LaMarr and Marcus Johns, the new feature film and social media mockumentary After the Reign from Yellow Tape Organization, the Facebook Watch TV series, The SetUp and most recently, has produced several music videos for the record label Empire.

Director - Gillian Smith

Gillian Smith is a Los Angeles-based director, writer, and producer with two Emmy Awards to her name. After honing her skills in the producing department at Entertainment Tonight, Gillian ventured into filmmaking following her graduation from Emerson College with a screenwriting degree. Her short film, The Stray, premiered at the 2023 LA Shorts International Film Festival, and her feature directorial debut, Burrow, is currently in post-production, slated for a 2025 release. A true horror enthusiast, Gillian has a gift for transforming stories from script to screen with a unique, cinematic edge.

Cinematographer - Yves Arispe

Yves is a versatile filmmaker with a strong focus on cinematography, photography, and film coloring, complemented by a background in psychology. He was born in Caracas, Venezuela, and discovered his passion for cinema through early involvement in the feature film “Mom, I Can Do It.” After earning a psychology degree and fleeing political unrest in Venezuela, he moved to Miami, where he maintained close ties to the arts.
As a cinematographer and colorist, Yves has shot both in digital and film and has worked on multiple projects that have been screened at several film festivals.  Starting from the bottom and working in different positions in G&E taught him a holistic approach to cinematography, greatly benefiting his ability to craft visually compelling stories.
Yves made his cinematography debut during the pandemic with the short film Waters, which screened at festivals and won several awards. Since then, he has contributed to films in different genres, adding his expertise and creative touch to each one.

BM Resolve Certified Colorist
Member of the CSI – Colorist Society International
Member of SOC  – Socety of Camera Operators