Teething

A young couple struggling with a newborn baby finds themselves in a secluded, eerie cabin. As the baby's needs become increasingly demanding and strange, the couple's sanity and their relationship are pushed to the brink. The isolation and the unsettling atmosphere of the cabin amplify their growing fears and desperation.

Teething received critical acclaim for its unsettling atmosphere and masterful direction, particularly for a short film. It was praised for its ability to evoke dread and explore themes of postpartum anxiety and the primal fears of parenthood within a compact runtime. Audience reactions were generally positive, appreciating its genre-bending approach and effective scares.

• Visually striking and atmospheric, effectively building suspense.

• A compelling exploration of parental anxieties and fears.

• Manages to be both disturbing and thought-provoking.

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Screened at various film festivals, including the Fantasia International Film Festival.

Director Mona Fastvold later directed the feature film 'The World to Come' (2020) starring Katherine Waterston and Vanessa Kirby.