The Invitation (2017)

Short film loosely inspired by, and adapted from Edgar Allan Poe’s The Raven. Part of an over-arching series that comprises Bernardo Sena’s literary Dark Matters universe.

Reynolds unwittingly invites his own demise, haunted by the guilt over his lover, Lenore, who was brutally ravaged and murdered. At three minutes past midnight Reynolds receives a rare visit from a dark entity… The Raven – who causes its victims to become consumed by their guilt and face their ultimate fear in repentance and acceptance.

Producer + Director + Editor: Bernardo Sena
DoP: Sebastian Rodriguez

Submitted and selected for FILMAKA short film competition: The Invitation