Natalie Erika James’ RELIC has now been certified fresh at 96%. See the film that inspired it on ALTER. Watch RELIC at home or in drive-ins this weekend: www.relicthemovie.com/ If you’re a fan of Natalie’s work, we’ll be showcasing another one of her short films later this year.

@donkykongsucks

3 жыл бұрын

I was watching relic last night thinking about this didnt know sooooooo goooood!

@bensmith4827

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I just saw Relic at Celluloid Screams in Sheffield (UK) and it was the best film shown over the weekend. VERY highly recommended

@bewailthedead9289

3 жыл бұрын

I saw Relic last night. Loved it. I immediately had to seek out everything else this director has done! Going to watch Relic again with my wife tonight.

@patriciabumbu1651

2 жыл бұрын

8

She has one of the most realistic reactions to all the crazy scary uncertain stuff she experiences. Wide eyes,the breathing...the level of curiousity...the slow movements..it isn't overdone like almost all movies we see. She was perfect😲😌🤓

The growth chart at 1:54 is the whole key. Charlie passes Sam in height at 16 and a half, but then is no longer recorded by the time Sam is 17. The father literally carries the weight of Charlie's passing, whether it was his fault or not.

@WatchALTER

4 жыл бұрын

That's a very nuanced, thoughtful consideration of the story. Thank you for sharing. Stay ALTERed.

@jefftateii9403

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, fantastic insight.

@rebeccalj6811

4 жыл бұрын

Wow. Thanks!

@mdredheadguy1979

4 жыл бұрын

Jillian and Addie I’m glade you were able to read it, I can’t even when I pause text video!

@Z-add

3 жыл бұрын

Their is quite a difference in height of charle at 16 and then at 16.5. It possible that at 17 his height is out of the frame. Sam also grows quiet fast between 16 and 17.

The figure in the woods looks, and sounds, like a hanging body. I think that Charlie changed himself there, that's why his height isn't recorded as old as Sam. The body draped over the father's shoulder is the body of his son, really the guilt of his suicide. The chairs devolving is a metaphor for the father's growing dementia. Beautifully done.

@thisbelindaangel2841

4 жыл бұрын

*Hanged

@neverthesame7887

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, that's what I thought as well. That was the body of his son --it was so terrifying. DAMN! So rarely do I get to watch great short horror videos such as these.

@pauljd2664

7 ай бұрын

And the fact that the daughter is also haunted by her own share of dementia, that the father possesses. The doll was not kept in the locker by the father but it was the daughter herself who did that.

It stopped checking for monsters under my bed. When I realized they were inside me

@WatchALTER

4 жыл бұрын

Honestly, the thesis for a lot of psychological horror films.

@RottenHeretic

4 жыл бұрын

Don't cut yourself on that Edge boy.

@racingheart92

3 жыл бұрын

@@WatchALTER don't ur weird dreams scare u. CoZ u do horror so it have some part in your mind.

@lukaskubinec9608

3 жыл бұрын

That's actually deep thought man. If only all the dictators, serial killers and similar lot could realize that.

@puneetachaurasiya9010

3 жыл бұрын

'The monster inside me is getting bigger and bigger' if anyone remember or knows it?

I'm with the rest of the alter people.... part 2 is needed! you guys rock

@groupvucic2235

11 ай бұрын

part 1 was more than enough

"Things move, turn up in weird places.. It's like someone else is living here" it's like he's forgetting everything, it's losing himself, he's not eating well and he's waking up in the middle of the night to check on things. Hoping keep memories of his daughter around the house, eg. the bunny after so many years. Regrets of the past and wishing she still like it there and feeling safe when she's around, like the good old days. No matter where he moves, IT will follow him.. It is already a part of him. 😭 Good job guys!

@ProperWasteman

4 жыл бұрын

Great explanation but why did the dog start sleeping outside? It even whimpers when she goes inside at the end

I kepted presuming there was going to be a jump scare lol

@thelikebutton128

4 жыл бұрын

Thats what i love about Alter i like creepy shit but i hate jumpscares and in alter films there is almost no jumpscares

She did one thing right: turning the lights on

@namphugangmei3786

4 жыл бұрын

Yes 😂

@mdredheadguy1979

4 жыл бұрын

billieari And here I was thinking she should have had a flashlight in the first place!

@Piaseczno1

4 жыл бұрын

Sheila's got some sense in her, she's Australian. Wouldn't expect otherwise.

@daizy1776

3 жыл бұрын

another she did right is when she turned off that suspense sound making machine

@SnarkierThan-U-R

3 жыл бұрын

' She did one thing right: turning the lights on' I know that's right

Its sad when the monsters are diseases and there's no escape

@beckycck1010

4 жыл бұрын

You mean this breakout Coronavirus back there..right?😪😂

@joshuab2437

3 жыл бұрын

Jesus is the only way to escape!

@danielegarotti7884

3 жыл бұрын

@@joshuab2437 no

What i love about alter: There is no jumpscares🤯😂 They keep you interested ⚘🔪 Their videos are AMAZING 🥴😍

@sablewidow

4 жыл бұрын

For real no jumpscares on their videos? I hate them

@guss6469

4 жыл бұрын

SableWidow there’s tons of jump scares lol

@shmmlx8245

4 жыл бұрын

I've seen ones with jumpscares

@shadowwizzardd

3 жыл бұрын

@@sablewidow There are jumpscares

This was deep, I watched my farther my Dad with dementia it felt exactly like this movie. R.I.P Daddy Eddie Lee Lewis ♥️😟

@moniquevandeplas5210

3 жыл бұрын

I am so sorry

This could easily have been expanded to a full length film. One of the best short horror fims I've seen yet.

@danielle8328

3 жыл бұрын

I just came to this short after watching Relic - the full length debut by the writer / director of this film that used this short as inspiration. Relic was fantastic but some of the music / sound design was too heavy handed and didn’t allow the fear to ratchet up over time (my guess is post production influence by the American producers as it was produced by the Russo Brother’s production company). I really love the clarity and restraint exhibited in the short. But despite my minor critique, definitely watch Relic

@BilboB

Жыл бұрын

it is now, its called Relic

This gripped me from start to finish. I think the drawing is of something she saw when she was a child then remembering it as she grew older. The shadow in her bedroom was her fear creeping back until she put the light on (like a child prefers light on to keep monsters away). The creature hanging off her father at the end is a demon representing his burden of something from the past, she also saw it because she feels the same way as him maybe? something ties in with her and her father considering she can see it.....and he carries it....

We search for monsters around us but we always forget that their true home is situated inside us.

Anyone else notice how those last 2 chairs looked like they could have represented a human spine and hip bones? No...Just me?

@RellySmoove

3 жыл бұрын

No looked that way to me as well. Disturbing.

@puneetachaurasiya9010

3 жыл бұрын

Yes i did..the pelvis i suppose and a inclined spine too

@dripstar6183

3 жыл бұрын

My first thought was like a traditional chiropractor’s chair fir spine adjustment

@moniquevandeplas5210

3 жыл бұрын

That is exactly what I thought

@garyacker7388

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I did.

I can't help but notice an individual/entity approaching Sam from the woods whenever she goes into trance. I think it's a younger version of that thing attached from her father's back, in which most would agree represents the illness inflicting him, which will eventually & inevitably attach itself to Sam as well. The distance between Sam & the entity in the trance represents the timeline by which it'll caught up with her.

I could see anything that ALTER UPLOADS ..I trust it ... Better than most of the horror movies... Thanks a lot ALTER

@WatchALTER

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Stay ALTERed. 🖤

this is a re-post. an excellent short. needs a pt-II

If u scrolling throw the comments and watchin like

@Foxy-ve1oh

4 жыл бұрын

activitys with zay luv 69th like

I think the fact he talks about things gone missing or being moved. Doors unlocking after he is "sure" he locked them, etc. shows his decent into dementia. Her growing fear of losing the part of him that is still aware of reality and losing him completely is depicted by the tree tunnel. I think the figure in the distance is "the End" and it scared her more and more as it draws nearer. Very deep film. Creepy in the best sense of the word!

I'm a new fan. Being a short story writer myself, I am amazed by the originality of thought. I relate almost all Alter films to a borrowed thought from a friend and I quote "The human mind extends infinitely inwards as it extends outwards." You guys are the new revolution in horror. My favourite genre. Thank you so much.

@Not_Always

10 ай бұрын

Alter doesn't make these films. The filmmaker pays Alter to have it on their channel.

These horror films are always ALTERnative and original; I love it! Keep up the great work!

@WatchALTER

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you and stay ALTERed.

Can you please never stop making these videos.... your content is what I live for

Let's jump in. What does everything think the ending represents?

@elevenhighful

4 жыл бұрын

The father is carrying the burden of his worsening dementia as well as past transgressions? The tunnel of trees which the daughter remembers from childhood represents her fears of something sinister (in the past?) The placement of that meat hook next to the first chair was eye-catching. The location, the place itself must be important - the short is named after it.

@kebenanndavid3724

4 жыл бұрын

Having read the other two comments , I agree with both . Placement of meat hook , most won't catch . Dementia plus past wrongs is definitely what Dad's carrying . Daughter's childhood traumas and possible inherited mental issues are rearing up in her head . This short touched home for me . Superior camera work , the actors should receive awards , the story itself outstanding . So all involved : TAKE A BOW 👏👏👏👏👏 Alter , you are the BEST for this genre . THANK YOU 💜💜💜

@WatchALTER

4 жыл бұрын

@@Jaskol_Wazon Great interpretation.

@WatchALTER

4 жыл бұрын

We definitely buy this.

@Andythenurse

4 жыл бұрын

I see the thing attached to the father as a demon living off of the father. I think the daughter always knew it was there which was why she always left in a hurry as a child but forgot as an adult. The demon exists on fear and negative emotions so tries to create them without killing the host. Not so much fun as the other ideas but if dad feels better with his daughter there then I think it will turn up the heat on her to get rid again.

His mind is diminishing and that's when the true horrors of reality and what's not reality kick in. Especially doors that are opening and shutting. We all have many doors to open in our mind and ones to close, also a few to be left ajar. Keep up the good work ALTER

Beautiful. Strong story and acting! Think i need a sequel though ...

WoW 😲!! This was very very well done! The atmosphere was always a bit off and just got murkier as it progressed 🥺 Loved how the audio went off kilter a few times. Made it feel all the more unbalanced. To accomplish that much in a 9 minute short... this deserves a damn standing ovation👏🏼

Thanks, ALTER! And thanks everyone for your insights, they're a joy to read.

@WatchALTER

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you got letting us feature your amazing film, Natalie!

This short film is nothing short of fantastic and effective. Definitely will be checking out the director's other work!

THIS IS SO FUCKING AWESOME!!!! the atmosphere, those fucking chairs, it feels like everything is wrong, out of place and time. And on top of that, it didn't use jump scares, wich can be used ad nauseam. Simply amazing, I want more from this director.

So nice to see a ghost story where the spirit isn't bent on evil revenge yet this still retains enough uncertainty to keep us fixated on all the little things going on for us to draw the conclusion of this rather sad tale . Awesome work in all aspects concerning her dad's son & her brother . Why he haunts them as he does leaves us wondering why the son killed himself & left so much guilt on the dad. Great story like the days of old when we didn't need face ripping gore to make a point. Nice job to all that worked on this ,we appreciate it 100%.

Very well done! Some times the most horrifying thing is living with a crippling disease, especially of the mind. Then there's those who are caregivers, who are aware and unable to do anything about it. Another amazing work shared! Thank you!

Am I the only one who clicks the like button without even watching the film ?! NB : only happens with ALTER😍

This is brilliant. Excellent cast, story and the perfect balance between mysterious and 'scary as hell'

wit out the comments id be so confused 🤦🏽‍♀️

@steph8703

4 жыл бұрын

Sameeee

The most serious horror is the weird looks and eyes of the lady...nailed it!! Alter

I so enjoy these short horror clips. Keep up the awesome work for for real.👍😇👌

Dementia is scary...when I was younger my grandfather had it, he stayed with was when this was developing till he moved into a nursing home.. At our home, he would stand in front of our window from the inside looking out to the front yard and the street..he could have stood there for hours probably or he would pace back n forth to the window..he would look confused, baffled..later after his death my mom told me that when he looked out the window, at times he would see hooded figures come out of the ground in procession with one of them always holding a list of names. He told my mom his name was on there... As a kid, not knowing that was still scary..Our house was a little creepy to begin with. Before dementia my grandfather was kind, a jokester, and eternally cool.. So, even though this is Demetria making him see things, for him to see something so ominous and somewhat damning, blew my mind..creeped me out to say the least..

@Feelingjoy12

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information, may the Lord guide us to the right path.

I think mitra summed it up very well.I think dont think a second part is even needed.This short was actually able to give an ending...Very well done👍

So visually compelling! Am I the only one really impressed with the last chair? I mean, its grueling message aside, it looked crazy cool!

A short featuring ominous antity lurking around HELL YEAH Edit: GOD that thing is nightmare fuel

@tsmk4262

4 жыл бұрын

Did you mean entity ? And it has nothing to do with the supernatural at all. This is about dementia.

You deserve millions subscribers .... Instead of wasting 90 mins on a movie....you are worth watching....and I am obsessed

This is expertly crafted and all around just air tight, just wow

Scary and thought provoking. Well done!

Firday night, ALTER night ❤ Loved the movie 👌

That last chair being so...un-chair-like - super unsettling. It's like he lost the plot on what a chair is; the quiet wrongness of the chairs is a wonderful inclusion! Way to go, to everyone who worked on this short! So glad y'all got to make a full length movie!

Good film. I need a part two to really understand the ending here. Natalie did a great job on this! Thanks ALTER!!!

@WatchALTER

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Stay ALTERed.

the horror of not rememberin. truly frightening! ;3 Thanks Alter and also to filmmaker

This made me audibly go "oh, hate that" whenever the shadow appeared. Loved this, good job!

Very creepy. The entity in the coat was worth 100 jump scares. The gradually deforming chairs also scarred me. I see them as marks of possession, not dementia. Dementia does not necessarily destroy a master’s skill. Well done 👍

@Andythenurse

4 жыл бұрын

That's my thought too.

@tsmk4262

4 жыл бұрын

But it does when you forget.. ..

@celestialsalamander

Жыл бұрын

Making the chest weird would actually take MORE skill.

The interpreations are great thank you guys. Thank you Alter for this amazing movie i loved it

For everybody, who had to deal with dementia in his/her surroundings, this one cuts close to the bone.

This is a VERY good short film indeed. Much respect to everyone involved in its creation... ☝️😎

This is beyond f****ing awesome! Great work to all that's part of this film. I sat up straight and i could feel the hair on my neck rise. I took a quick short breath when eyes opened

I thoroughly enjoyed this piece 😌👍🏽

Another good story!!

Doctor I don’t know what happened. 😭 I just saw iMom in my recommend and thought just one couldn’t hurt. Then I just couldn’t stop. Now I’m hooked and I even subscribed.

Can't believe how good nice touch 👌

Glad to see this excellent atmospheric short finally came to Alter. I believe the issue was not dementia but supernatural.

I adore how alter let me with this WTF feeling... last scene is exactly how I feel living with my own monster... it exactly feels like someone else is living with me.... i love Alter once Alter for ever Altered!

The reveal of the distorted chairs in the woodshop was very understated but very effective. It reminds me of the similarly distorted "gynecological tools" in the David Cronenberg movie "Dead Ringers." So ALTER, was this intended as supernatural horror or psychological horror using the supernatural as metaphor for the mundane?

@noodlepoodlegirl

Жыл бұрын

The latter, most definitely. I think...

I could totally watch a 2 hour version of this

SEE! Jump scares not required. Well done!

awww man! i definitely want to see more of this.

These short horror films on KZread are way much better than actual horror movies in the main theater I mean these actors on KZread are real good I salute them and I salute all the horror films on KZread

Excellent. Truly excellent.

Wow awesome video it left me wanting more please make a full length movie 🎥❤️🦋🦋

Excellent short film. Very spooky--I just wish it were a little longer.

Great job!

I'm super critical about movies. But this one is really good! Awesome work you guys :) thank you

6:28 - I hear a word being called out from far away...what is it? The easter eggs in this film are numerous and chilling!

"It" is on the Fathers back because it feeds on guilt and shame, the after effects of regrets that can not be put right. If he were to accept himself and his frailty as man the thing would starve.

scariest part was how calm she was while pulling out the splinter. HOW DO YOU NOT MOVE A MUSCLE THAT SHH HURTS

Happy Friday everyone!

@ForwardEarth

4 жыл бұрын

It really pisses me off that I read this on a Friday.

It took me awhile to understand the horror movie from the comments. It had an eerie atmosphere and spooky resemblance of how the father carried the weigh of his son which means his son resides in his mind all times

Excellent!

I did had some Nightmares from the Scene where It is on his Shoulders. Really Scary and Awful. But well made. Take care ❤

Wow, that was really sad when you think about it. Loosing a child, no matter what age, is so tragic. 😣

Omg...right in the heart!

Superb story

I love those chairs!

Crushing. True life horror.

great film , sad details / back story’s from heartbreaking diseases .

RELIC is a masterpiece...it's so good.

Holy damn this is excellent! Which also goes for Relic, which is based on this. Natalie Erika, I have high hopes for you!

This was sooooo good

That freaking sound ! Scare me 😭😭

Weird and amazing. 👍🏻

Not gonna lie, those chairs are sick…..I love them!

Love it ❤💝💝💝❤❤💝❤💝

I've seen this before. I'm so sure of it but where?

Now this is worth a full movie.

This is the best

This was really good

All of these alter puns have me weak lol

Its too good😍

Super cool film......

Spooky...shivers......

wow, amazing