The Whistler
Directed by Jennifer Nicole Stang
Lindsey is put in charge of babysitting her younger sister, Becky, one night while her parents go out to dinner. Becky asks Lindsey to read her a bedtime story, and picks out a book called “The Whistler.” The book tells the story of a man called The Whistler, who leads children to a magical place in the woods where children never have to grow up. Lindsey tells Becky that the real story is about a crazy man who lived in the town some hundred years ago who led virgin children to their death. Unimpressed by the story, Becky goes to bed and Lindsey falls asleep. When Lindsey awakes, she discovers that Becky is gone and must search the woods to find her…
One dark night, Lindsey wakes up to find her sister gone. Someone may have taken Becky, and could be after her as well...
Cast: Karis Cameron, Baya Ipatowicz, Nelson Leis, Alison Wandzura, John Emmet Tracy
Member Reviews
Decent acting. Very atmospheric. It lets you think it's a bit formulaic then turns things on its head and leaves you wondering what just happened. It's a very good short film that leaves you thinking about it after it has ended.
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A pretty mediocre horror short film with child horror/fairy tale elements. It's not really scary, doesn't deliver anything more than expected, and barely meets those minimal expectations. Can't complain too much since it's only 11 minutes long. Maybe worth a watch if you can't find anything better.
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