Swirl State

In the isolated town of Blackwood Creek, a series of unsettling disappearances shatters the seemingly peaceful facade. Detective Miller, a disillusioned outsider, arrives to investigate, only to uncover a web of long-buried secrets and a town deeply complicit in its own silence. As the disappearances escalate, Miller races against time to expose the dark truth before the entire community is consumed by its chilling past.

Swirl State garnered mixed to positive reviews, praised for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Elias Vance. However, some critics found the pacing uneven and the plot twists predictable.

• Praised for its intense atmosphere and compelling lead performance.

• Criticized for a somewhat predictable narrative arc and pacing issues.

• Appreciated for its exploration of small-town secrets and psychological suspense.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and Elias Vance's performance. Some viewers felt the ending could have been more impactful, while others found the mystery engaging and well-executed.

Nominated for Best Screenplay at the 2023 Independent Film Festival.

The distinctive, eerie music that underscores much of the film was composed using only sounds recorded within the actual filming location, an abandoned mill on the outskirts of town.