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Soul Ties

Logline:
Bound by an invisible thread of love and control, Jevera falls for the enigmatic Tyriq to discover that their connection is more than just emotional. As their bond tightens into something sinister, she must confront the unseen forces tethering her to him before she loses herself completely.
Synopsis:
Jevera is drawn to Tyriq, a charming stranger, their connection symbolized by an ethereal rope tied to her heart. As passion deepens, the rope becomes a suffocating chain, binding her to a man who is not what he seems. Whispers of betrayal and haunting visions of others ensnared in his web force Jevera to question whether love is her fate or her prison. Trapped between illusion and truth, she must make the ultimate sacrifice to sever the strings of control before she becomes just another ghost in his grasp. A gripping psychological horror that explores love, manipulation, and the unseen ties that bind.

  • Marrissa Hepburn
    Director
  • Raheem Burrell
    Director
  • Marrissa Hepburn
    Writer
  • Raheem Burrell
    Writer
  • Marrissa Hepburn
    Producer
  • Jevera Prendergast
    Key Cast
    "Jevera Smith"
  • Tyriq Campbell
    Key Cast
    "Tyriq James "
  • Marrissa Hepburn
    First Assistant Camera
  • Ojae James
    Cinematogragher
  • Damieon Rose
    Second Assistant Camera
  • Ajomo Baker
    Boom Operator
  • Marrissa Hepburn
    Location Manager
  • Marie Rangolam
    Set Designer
  • Raheem Burrell
    Editor
  • Raheem Burrell
    Sound Designer
  • Raheem Burrell
    Sound Editor
  • Raheem Burrell
    Foley Artists
  • Rosheequa Burrell
    Foley Artists
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Student
  • Genres:
    Romance
  • Runtime:
    7 minutes 58 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 13, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    3,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Jamaica
  • Country of Filming:
    Jamaica
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    XAVC HS 4K
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of the West Indies
Director Biography - Marrissa Hepburn, Raheem Burrell

Marrissa Hepburn:

Marrissa Hepburn is a third year film production student at the University of the West Indies. Born on July 7, 2002, in Kingston, Jamaica. I am an inspiring director, writer and set designer. I have worked as a producer, director, production assistant, set designer and script writer on my films along with other films.

Raheem Burrell

Raheem Burrell is a third year Music student at the University of the West Indies. Born on April 24, 2003, in Kingston, Jamaica. He is also an inspiring musician along with exploring the film industry by collaborating with Marrissa and other film students at the University of the West Indies. He has experience as a Sound Engineer and Visual Arts.

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Director Statement

At its core, this film is an exploration of the invisible ties that bind us in relationships—both the ones we choose and the ones that ensnare us before we realize it. Through a blend of psychological horror and surreal imagery, I wanted to capture the experience of emotional manipulation in a visceral, haunting way. The rope that connects Jevera and Tyriq is more than just a metaphor; it is a living, breathing manifestation of power, control, and dependency.

Jevera’s journey is deeply personal yet universally resonant. Many of us have found ourselves trapped in relationships where the lines between love and possession blur. The film does not simply depict a toxic relationship—it immerses the audience in its slow, insidious suffocation, making the horror feel all too real. The void, the bleeding rope, and the unseen forces lurking in the shadows are visual echoes of the emotional toll manipulation takes.
We want viewers to feel the weight of Jevera’s struggle—the gradual erosion of self, the quiet terror of losing agency, and ultimately, the pain and liberation of breaking free. This is not just a story about escape; it’s about reclaiming power. By the end, Jevera doesn’t just sever the rope—she severs the narrative that binds her to Tyriq’s control, stepping into the light of her own story.

Through unsettling visuals, a dreamlike atmosphere, and a creeping sense of dread, this film aims to leave audiences haunted by a simple question: How many invisible ropes are we unknowingly tied to?