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Raven

The story follows RAVEN, a girl born with the ability to harness the powers of an extremely powerful energy source. She faces a dark force that laid dormant until now. As she struggles with that fight, she realizes that she is the one capable of defending the world. Even with said power, the INVADERS still poses a great threat to the natural order of things.

  • Benedict Johnny
    Director
    I Can't Fix Me, FINAL ATTEMPT ON MAGIC, JUNE.
  • Benedict E. Johnny
    Writer
    Garden of Eden (Horror Novel), I Can't Fix Me, JUNE, WATCHER
  • Natasha Endurance
    Key Cast
    "Raven's Mother"
    I Can't Fix Me
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Fantasy, horror
  • Runtime:
    16 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    December 8, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    87 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Nigeria
  • Country of Filming:
    Nigeria
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Benedict Johnny

Benedict Johnny is a Nigerian filmmaker and storyteller with a passion for crafting bold, character-driven fantasy narratives. His latest short film, Raven, explores the journey of a young girl gifted with immense power as she confronts a rising darkness threatening the natural order. Benedict blends high-concept worldbuilding with emotional depth, creating stories that resonate across cultures and genres. With Raven, he invites audiences into a universe where energy is more than force—it’s destiny.

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Director Statement

RAVEN is a story about inheritance, loss, and the power we carry even when we don’t understand it. Beneath its fantasy world of spells and invaders lies something deeply human—a daughter trying to make sense of the legacy her mother left behind. Through magic and silence, the film explores how pain can transform into strength, and how the past continues to guide us even in darkness.

Visually, I wanted the film to feel like a memory in motion—every spell, every moment of stillness, a reflection of grief turning into growth. At its core, RAVEN is not just about magic—it’s about survival, identity, and the quiet courage it takes to become who you were meant to be.