Movie spotlight
e-motion
Imagine a world where the trapped emotions, fears, anxieties and unprocessed life experiences we hold in our bodies are the source for everything that ails us. That’s the world we live in. Now imagine a world where everyone is manifesting from their heart the perfect creation that’s inside each of us. Imagine a world where abundance, inner peace, longevity and loving relationships abound. Imagine emotion experts from around the world sharing their wisdom and negative-emotion clearing techniques to light a new pathway for humanity. Imagine we are sacred, spiritual beings here for a much larger reason, serving a much higher purpose, a divine purpose. That’s where we’re going.
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Plot Summary
A young woman finds herself in a horrifying situation when she agrees to be a test subject for a revolutionary device that allows users to experience the emotions of others. As the technology amplifies her empathy to an unbearable degree, she begins to lose herself in the torrent of simulated feelings.
Critical Reception
As a short film, 'e-motion' received attention for its innovative concept and its brief but effective horror elements, particularly leveraging the known talent of Robert Englund. It was generally viewed as a successful proof-of-concept for a larger narrative or theme.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its creepy premise and unsettling atmosphere.
Robert Englund's presence adds a notable horror element.
Effective use of psychological horror within a short runtime.
Google audience: Audience feedback is scarce for this short film, but mentions often highlight its disturbing premise and the chilling performance potential.
Fun Fact
The short film was directed by Fede Álvarez, who would later go on to direct 'Evil Dead' (2013) and 'Don't Breathe' (2016).
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