DEAD END DATE

Short, Horror, Thriller

United States

2024

Runtime, min

A young couple sets out for a night of thrills at a haunted house attraction, expecting harmless scares and spooky fun. But as they wander into the cabin, they realize the horrors aren’t just for show. With no way out and terror lurking in every shadow, their date night quickly turns into a dead end.

Directors:

Dominic Cappelletti

Directors:

Matt Chirico

Selections and Awards:

BTS images

REVIEWS:

The contrast between the bright forest and dark interiors is brilliant. Light and shadow become characters themselves.

Eva Vizcaino

It’s like an American haunted house but if things really went wrong. Sent shivers right down my spine.

Stéphan Marcheggiani

Amazing how the directors fit a full horror story into just two minutes not a single wasted frame.

Alan Martinez

A perfect example of how a short can hit harder than a feature.

Madison Tremblay

That’s what I love no extra backstory, just pure horror, straight to the point. Classic slasher vibes condensed perfectly.

Olivia Jackson

The film feels like a commentary on horror itself turning a “harmless” thrill into a metaphor for trust and fear. The minimalism amplifies the tension perfectly.

Anthony Patant

Just two minutes, but chills all over!

Jackson Levesque