Draft:Dead Whisper

Dead Whisper is a 2024 horror/thriller film directed and produced by Conor Soucy in his feature debut. Co-written by Conor Soucy and Colin Charles Dale, the film stars Samuel Dunning, Rob Evan, Tana Sirois, Samantha Hill, and Dhane Ross. The film follows Elliot Campbell, a lawyer who encounters a demonic entity on a hidden island following a tragic loss. An independent production of Howlin' Hounds Pictures and Brother Gran Productions, Dead Whisper had its world premiere at the Cinequest Film & Creativity Festival on March 7, 2024, where it won Best Horror, Thriller, Science Fiction Feature Film and was acquired by Vertical Entertainment for distribution.

Plot
Dead Whisper centers on Elliot Campbell, a Cape Cod lawyer drawn to a mysterious island where he is tempted by a reunion with his dead daughter, but at the peril of his soul.

Cast

 * Samuel Dunning as Elliot Campbell
 * Rob Evan as William Porter
 * Tana Sirois as Elise
 * Samantha Hill as Dottie Campbell
 * Dhane Ross as Gavin Elster

Development and Casting
Dead Whisper was directed by Conor Soucy, who co-wrote the screenplay with Colin Charles Dale. The film features longtime Broadway actor Rob Evan in his first on-screen role, with Samuel Dunning starring as Elliot Campbell. The supporting cast includes Tana Sirois, Samantha Hill, and Dhane Ross. The film was produced by Howlin' Hounds Pictures, a production company based in Culver City, California.

Production
The film was shot on location in Provincetown, Boston, and Easton, Massachusetts. Ben Grant served as the cinematographer, capturing the film's visuals.

Music
Composer Nikhil Koparkar was selected for the Reel Change Film Grant, which allowed for an enhanced score featuring a selection of live instruments. Koparkar's score for "Dead Whisper" integrated non-traditional instruments like the Thai Khaen and Concheridoo with traditional horror elements to create a unique auditory experience that accentuated the film's atmosphere and psychological tension.

Release
Dead Whisper had its world premiere at the Cinequest Film Festival, which took place from March 7-17, 2024, in San Jose, California.