Barkley Dubis' Danse Macabre

In the isolated, mist-shrouded village of Oakhaven, a series of ritualistic disappearances grips the community. Detective Miles Corbin, haunted by his past, arrives to investigate, uncovering ancient folklore and a shadowy cult obsessed with a macabre dance. As the line between reality and nightmare blurs, Corbin must confront a terrifying entity before the village succumbs to its eternal, spectral waltz.

Barkley Dubis' Danse Macabre was met with a mixed to positive reception, praised for its atmospheric tension and unique visual style, though some critics found the pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally convoluted. Audiences largely responded well to its chilling imagery and suspenseful build-up, making it a notable indie horror release of the year.

• Praised for its deeply unsettling atmosphere and striking visual design.

• Lauded for its ambitious, folklore-inspired horror narrative.

• Criticized by some for occasional narrative pacing issues and overly ambiguous plot points.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's creepy ambiance and the originality of its premise, often highlighting the effective use of sound design. Some viewers felt the ending was a bit abrupt and wished for clearer explanations of certain plot elements.

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Vision Awards. Won Best Original Score at the Festival of Dark Arts.

The distinctive, eerie music in the film was composed by Barkley Dubis himself, who drew inspiration from medieval funeral dirges and folk chants.