Private Project

Door Into Darkness

Door into Darkness is a supernatural thriller that follows Sam as he navigates the uncertain and vulnerable time following the passing of his father. After reconnecting with, Jay, an old high school acquaintance, Sam is shown something unbelievable in the forest on the outskirts of town. Jay's innocent attempt at closure becomes something neither of them expect that will soon alter the rest of their lives.

  • Darryl Ayles
    Director
    .44, Look What You Have Become
  • Darryl Ayles
    Writer
    .44, Look What You Have Become
  • Jamara Forbes
    Producer
    .44, Look What You Have Become
  • Darryl Ayles
    Producer
    .44, Look What You Have Become
  • Tad Brock
    Producer
    .44,
  • Michael J Pearson
    Producer
    Aim High
  • Michael J Pearson
    Key Cast
    "Jay"
    Aim High
  • Mark Pettit
    Key Cast
    "Sam"
    Divination, Menagerie
  • Chelsea Gaffan
    Key Cast
    "Louise"
    .44
  • David Parisian
    Key Cast
    "Jay's Dad"
    Witches of Salem, Firecracker, Not Ready, .44,
  • Rick Hall
    Key Cast
    "Sam's Dad"
    .44, Look What You Have Become
  • Richard Wayne Anderson
    Story
  • Darryl Ayles
    Cinematographer
    Vent, .44, Look What You Have Become
  • Project Type:
    Feature
  • Genres:
    Supernatural, Sci-Fi, Thriller
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 24 minutes 10 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    March 25, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    9,500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    UHD 4K, PRORES 422
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2:35:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Darryl Ayles

Darryl Ayles a graduate of the Advanced Filmmaking program at Fanshawe College is co-owner of indie film production company Orange Hat Film Productions based out of London, ON.

Darryl has a passion for cinematography, writing and directing that he has been continuously developing since graduation. In High School, Darryl was an integral part of the tech drama sound team and has always enjoyed working with actors behind the scenes to bring creative works to life. Having spent many years as a drummer in the Guelph music scene, Darryl has made many connections and deeply understands the audio-visual message film can evoke in an audience.

Darryl is constantly trying new things, pushing his comfort zone with independent feature films and reaching for the next stepping stone in his film career.

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