Erik M.G. Fox’s short film ‘Unknown Heavens’ pulls you into a world of suspense and introspection, where the lines between comfort and fear blur in unsettling ways. The story follows Evelyn, played by Claire Manning, as she house-sits at her late grandmother’s home. Isolated and lonely, Evelyn’s world is upended by a series of mysterious phone calls from a man whose voice is both chilling and strangely comforting.
Fox’s storytelling is hauntingly ambiguous, leaving audiences on edge as they ponder the reality of Evelyn’s experiences. Are the phone calls a manifestation of her profound loneliness, or is there something more sinister lurking in the shadows? This open-ended narrative invites viewers to step into Evelyn’s shoes, feeling every ounce of her fear, curiosity, and yearning for connection.
Manning’s performance is captivating, capturing Evelyn’s delicate balance between vulnerability and intrigue. She portrays a woman on the brink, finding solace in the most unexpected places. As she navigates her eerie nights and tries to reconnect with childhood friend Alyx (Jai Winchester), we are drawn deeper into her world – a world that feels as haunting as it does relatable.
With its evocative cinematography and a storyline that leaves much to the imagination, ‘Unknown Heavens’ is a film that lingers, haunting your thoughts like the very calls that reach out to Evelyn in the dead of night. It’s a mesmerizing journey into the unknown, beautifully unsettling and deeply resonant. Highly recommended.
