Distorted Sense of Touch

A reclusive artist with a peculiar obsession and a distorted sense of touch creates a series of macabre sculptures using a unique, chilling medium. As his disturbing art gains notoriety, the true, gruesome nature of his materials begins to surface, leading to a terrifying confrontation with the dark reality behind his creative process. The film delves into the psychological torment and escalating madness of an artist driven to extreme lengths by his warped perception.

Distorted Sense of Touch is a cult classic in the independent horror short film circuit, often praised for its unsettling atmosphere and gruesome practical effects achieved on a low budget. While not widely reviewed by mainstream critics, it has garnered a dedicated following among horror enthusiasts for its inventive, albeit disturbing, premise and its raw, visceral execution. Its impact is primarily felt within niche horror communities.

• Praised for its creative and disturbing concept.

• Noted for its effective use of practical effects despite a low budget.

• Described as an unsettling and memorable piece of indie horror.

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The film's creator, Kevin VanHook, later went on to a career in comic book writing and art, working on titles such as 'Spawn' and 'Flesh and Blood'.