When a short film starts with someone choosing between a slew of gnarly weapons, you know you are in for something brutal.
This is the opening shot of Sabrina Amiss’ horror short Tradition, which screens as part of the short film showcases at this year’s Grimmfest.
The person is question chooses the trusty butcher knife, which it turns out is being used to carve a Jack o’Lantern on Halloween.
For a small child, I have to say this kid is really good at carving pumpkins – this reviewer isn’t envious at all.
While this is one of the main Halloween traditions, what are some of the others?
Ariss does not shy away from going super dark with this short, and gives a whole new meaning to ‘staying within the lines’
Tradition is the perfect short for the Halloween season.
Tradition screens as part of Grimmfest 2023.
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