The Silhouette

A reclusive author, haunted by a past tragedy, finds his isolated life disrupted when a mysterious figure known only as 'The Silhouette' begins appearing in his remote estate. As the spectral presence escalates from unnerving sightings to tangible threats, he must confront his own demons and unravel the truth behind the apparition before it consumes him entirely. The investigation draws in his estranged daughter and a local detective, complicating his struggle for survival and redemption.

The Silhouette garnered a mixed reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and lead performance but finding the plot somewhat predictable. Audiences were more divided, with some appreciating the psychological depth and others finding it slow-paced.

• Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong central performance.

• Criticized for a convoluted plot and pacing issues in the second act.

• Lauded for its exploration of grief and psychological trauma.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's suspenseful mood and the emotional weight of the protagonist's journey. Some viewers felt the mystery was not fully resolved, while others found the ending impactful.

Nominated for Best Actor at the Independent Film Awards.

The dilapidated manor used for the author's estate was a real, unrestored castle in Scotland that had been abandoned for over a century.