REFLECTIONS
Reflections explores the terrifying consequences of narcissism, using the character's obsession with his own image to drive the horror. As a teenager consumed by his self-obsession, the protagonist fills his home with mirrors, unknowingly creating the perfect environment for his own reflection to turn against him. The film dives into psychological horror, gradually escalating the terror as the reflection becomes more aggressive, ultimately leading to an inescapable confrontation.
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Luke BlackburnDirector
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Steven RamosDirector
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Cade HamiltonWriter
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Luke BlackburnWriter
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Steven RamosWriter
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Luke BlackburnProducer
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Steven RamosProducer
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Cade HamiltonProducer
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Rommy OriazKey Cast
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Jennielynn RomanoKey Cast
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Luke BlackburnEditor
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Luke BlackburnDirector of Photography
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Luke BlackburnSound Mixer
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Project Type:Short, Student
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Genres:Horror, Psychological Thriller
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Runtime:4 minutes 58 seconds
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Completion Date:October 20, 2024
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Production Budget:450 USD
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Country of Origin:United States, United States
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Country of Filming:United States, United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:4K mp4
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Aspect Ratio:2.35:1
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:Yes - Orange Coast College
Luke Blackburn and Steven Ramos are passionate filmmakers and college students with a focus on creating engaging and thought-provoking short films. With a deep love for storytelling, Luke and Steven's work often delves into mysterious narratives that make the audience reflect on the unknown while maintaining a visually captivating style. Their work aims to evoke emotion and spark conversations among audiences.
Reflections was born out of a desire to explore the psychological horror of facing something you cannot escape: yourself. As a filmmaker, I wanted to explore how a seemingly innocent obsession, like the relationship we have with our own reflection, can escalate into something horrific. The reflection serves as a manifestation of the character’s internal struggle, a direct result of his narcissism. Through escalating horror and psychological tension, I wanted the audience to feel trapped with the character, constantly on edge, unable to predict what would happen next. Ultimately, Reflections is about confronting the fear that comes from within and realizing that no matter how hard you try, you can’t escape parts of yourself.