Bryan Enk’s ‘Beneath the Sea It Sings’ is a horror-themed fantasy short that feels like an eerie bedtime story told just before the lights go out. It’s cinematic, chilling, and utterly hypnotic – a perfect storm of haunting visuals, sharp editing, and a melody you won’t forget.
Julia Kolinski takes center stage in this monologue-driven nightmare, portraying a woman imprisoned and unraveling, her eyes dark with fear, her voice trembling with the weight of something unspeakable. From the moment she breaks the fourth wall, she pulls you in, making you a witness to the ghost ship’s horrors. The way she recounts the mysterious melody – beautiful yet ominous – is enough to send a shiver down your spine.
Enk’s direction is flawless here, and the production design by Christiaan Koop immerses us in shadowy, claustrophobic dread. The cinematography is crisp and clean yet soaked in darkness. Jon Weiner’s editing and sound work elevate the tension, making the shifts in tone land with eerie precision. Nick Olman’s catchy musical score deserves high praise. The lullaby-like melody is both inviting and damning, the kind of tune that burrows into your mind like a ghostly echo.
‘Beneath the Sea It Sings’ is an extraordinary short. Kolinski’s performance is staggering, the craft behind it impeccable. Bryan Enk creates a world that feels both ethereal and nightmarish, blending fantasy and horror with such skill. His writing is hauntingly poetic, pulling us deeper into the eerie melody that binds the film together. The tone is rich with gothic unease, never relying on cheap scares but instead letting the horror seep in naturally. With flawless makeup by Amanda Damon and costume by Zoe Klingenberg, every detail is pitch-perfect. The film builds to a dark crescendo, rewarding its audience with an unforgettable climax. Highly recommended viewing.
