I Thought His Name Was Blarche

A reclusive author, haunted by a past tragedy, discovers a series of cryptic messages hidden within his own unpublished manuscript. As he delves deeper, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse with an unknown entity, blurring the lines between reality and his increasingly fractured imagination. The investigation forces him to confront buried memories and the true meaning of identity.

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and Vance's performance, while some found the plot convoluted. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the psychological depth and others finding it slow-paced.

• Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.

• Critiqued for a sometimes confusing and overly deliberate narrative.

• Appreciated for its exploration of memory and psychological themes.

Google audience: Viewers generally enjoyed the film's moody and suspenseful atmosphere, highlighting the captivating lead role. Some found the plot's resolution to be somewhat anticlimactic or difficult to follow, but many appreciated the thought-provoking themes.

Nominated for Best Independent Film at the Austin Film Festival.

Director Anya Sharma originally conceived the film as a short story, but expanded it after struggling to find a satisfying ending for the narrative.