PALASIK Horror Short Film
PALASIK
Winner of the "Best Scare" award at the 2024 Jakob Owens Horror Festival. Completed in 10 days.
Contest RULES: Must be based on some kind of "folklore" Incorporate the line "I've never drank alcohol before" Implement the use of water
PALASIK is a period horror piece rooted in Southeast Asian folklore. The Palasik is a ghostly entity that preys on unborn babies, drawn to mothers deemed immoral—those who conceive out of wedlock or indulge in vice. Blending psychological terror with themes of guilt and societal shame, the film unravels the haunting fear women faced—and still do—under the weight of judgment and tradition.
!!viewer discretion is advised!!
Written and Directed by EVAN CANTRELL
Production Company DREAD VISION FILMS
Screenplay and Co-directed by KASS MAHEA
Cinematography by MATT HOODHOOD
Special Effects Makeup SHEILA BOND & JAKE PORATH
Grip and Gaffer JOSH ATWELL
Sound Mixer NOLAN AUSE
Edited by KASS MAHEA
Color by MATT HOODHOOD
Sound Design by EVAN CANTRELL
Sound Engineer by JULIAN BUITRAGO
Woman played by KASS MAHEA
Palasik played by EVAN CANTRELL