* Seattle Premiere *
The Waking
Year: 2010
Director: John Stead
Genre: Horror
Category: Short
Runtime: 13 min
Country: Canada
Language: English
Anna moved into her dream home. She knew this was the one; but so did the mysterious presence lurking within its walls.
Synopsis: Anna and Tom are moving into their dream home. A period gem of the late Victorian era, the house offers the promise of a new beginning for the happy young couple. With the movers gone, Tom is called away to attend an important work conference out of town leaving Anna alone with the unpacking. The morning starts as an exciting undertaking for her. She feels a special connection to the house and is keen to make this new space her own. However Anna’s presence soon awakens something hidden within its walls. As the day unfolds small incidents slowly turn into a series of bizarre episodes. By evening Anna’s initial excitement turns to wariness when she realizes that she might not be alone. By nightfall her fear transforms to horror as she becomes the victim of a relentless poltergeist. Terrorized, she is forced to confront the unsettling presence and ultimately come face to face with an unexpected and shocking revelation.