On Halloween night, 2020, the world watched in horror as Jesse & Jacob Warner vanished without a trace during a live stream on social media. Now, the chilling footage of that fateful night is unveiled in ‘Project Eerie’, a spine-tingling anthology out TODAY on Prime Video.
The film, which is set to send shivers down your spine, has already garnered attention from critics and horror aficionados alike. Here’s what some of them had to say:
- “Watched the entirety of the last 15 minutes through my fingers” – Lonely Horror Club
- “Taps into darker fears” – Morbidly Beautiful
- “Will leave audiences psychologically scarred” – Horror Nation
- “I was on edge from start to finish” – The Graveyard Club
- “Nerve jangling” – Genreblast Film Festival
- “Guaranteed to scare the sh*t out of you” – Overlook Hour Podcast
- “Downright creepy” – Voices from the Balcony
Delving deeper into the film, ‘Project Eerie’ is an anthology that brilliantly utilizes its indie resources to deliver a fast-paced, heart-pounding experience. Written and directed by Ricky Umberger, the film made its world premiere at the esteemed GenreBlast Film Festival. The narrative revolves around the Warner brothers, Jesse (Braydan Wade) and Jacob, who, during their Halloween live-stream, stumble upon abandoned U.S. Military files and a DVD titled PROJECT EERIE. From the moment they press play, their lives take a terrifying turn.
The film employs a unique storytelling approach, using the DVD as a linking device between segments, ensuring a seamless transition from one chilling tale to the next. Each segment offers a fresh perspective on the found footage subgenre, with nods to established horror classics. From a weekend that turns nightmarish for a father and his daughter to hunters facing off against extraterrestrial threats, and paranormal investigators uncovering dark secrets in an Amish community, each story is bound to leave you on the edge of your seat.
The film culminates in a disturbing finale, reminding viewers of the grim fate that befell the Warner brothers on that Halloween night. Umberger manages to deliver first-class chills, ensuring that each actor’s performance resonates with the audience, making them deeply invested in the characters’ plights.
‘Project Eerie’ premieres on Amazon Video TODAY, October 26th. For those who prefer a tangible experience, a limited release of Blu-rays will be available at Thefearfootage.com.
This Halloween, as the veil between worlds becomes perilously thin, dare to witness the horrors of ‘Project Eerie’. Will you be brave enough to watch?
