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MOTHER'S SHADOW

A vulnerable young boy mourning his mother’s sudden death is haunted by visions of her return — but as his sinister father spirals into paranoia, it becomes clear she may not be haunting her son at all, but protecting him.

  • Jay Jennings
    Director
  • Jay Jennings
    Writer
  • Jay Jennings
    Producer
    Rabbit Ears, Revelation, The Auto Shop Massacre, In The Year 2050
  • David Scott
    Key Cast
    "Ryan"
  • Brad Keys
    Key Cast
    "Richie"
  • Tim Jones
    Key Cast
    "Michael"
  • Celia Howard
    Key Cast
    "Barbara"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Horror, Thriller
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 23 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 6, 2026
  • Production Budget:
    1,500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    1080p
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.35:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Jay Jennings

Jay Jennings is a Los Angeles–based writer/director specializing in high-concept psychological and supernatural horror. He writes commercial genre stories driven by suspense, shock, and strong narrative control.

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Director Statement

Do we really know who's watching over us?