1692 (A Horror Short Film)
Project Overview
In the year 1692, in the Puritan town of Henford, three women find themselves accused of witchcraft amidst hysteria and fear. As the accusations escalate, their lives become entangled in a web of suspicion and betrayal, leading to a chilling climax that reveals the darkest truths of human nature.
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A young milkmaid accused of poisoning the town with tainted milk, leading to widespread illness and fear. She must fight to prove her innocence amidst growing hysteria.
- english
- old american english
- female adult
- female teen
- female young adult
- english (british)
How about burned? The town won't take too kindly with their drinking milk being infested with bugs and all else. I'm expected to deliver this milk in all manners of safety. I must go -- I must clear this up before anyone notices, if they have not already --
I figure I am. I wanted to get a quick move on the day as I'm trying to take the rest of the day off. Here's your milk.
Thomas? If I should supply Elizabeth and her babe with just a cup of milk to go on their day, what say you?
A poor beggar woman accused of bewitching her own son after he falls mysteriously ill from drinking Esther's milk. She struggles against the accusations and the fear gripping the town.
- english (british)
- female young adult
- female adult
- female teen
Oh, please won't you grant me a Simoleon? I must feed my babe!
It's my baby! Please help my baby!
You're all evil, and you pass it on to your children, teach them to practice hatred. I pass you by every day asking for simoleons and I am shunned away.
An elderly servant who works for John Downes, the town's mayor. Accused of bewitching the mayor's daughter.
- female adult
- british
- female senior
You do not frighten me, Mary. And I am no Spellcaster -- As you needn't be reminded time again and a dozen more.
Your father ought to be informed of your blatant discourtesy!
I would never harm a hair on your girl's head, Sir Downes. You must believe me!
The esteemed Governor of Henford, a steadfast leader who prides himself on justice and order. He supports the trials as a means to purge the town of evil.
- male young adult
- british
- male adult
I know the sinners, and I know the righteous. People lust and people lie. But Spellcraft is the great sin of all
What we are gathered here for today is for justice to be given. Justice the Townsfolk of Henford shall receive given in an order to put their heads to ease. Justice three of the traitorous Believers that walk among our soil shall have to answer to
Wait a moment, Matthew. Do not go placing blame on my daughter. Both of them are at fault.
: The dedicated village doctor, respected for his knowledge and expertise. Dr. Putnam is thrust into the center of the witchcraft accusations as he tries to diagnose and treat the mysterious ailments plaguing Henford.
- male adult
- male senior
- male young adult
- english (american)
- english (british)
They should still be feeling unwell, though, they are expected to make a haste recovery
The games these girls were playing didn't invite evil in. Evil doesn't need permission to enter.
He's posessed. A vengeful demon has latched onto your child. You must exit.
A young girl caught between innocence and fear in the turbulent times of the witch trials. Mary is influenced by superstition and the mysterious illness of her friend, leading her to accuse Agnes Crowan of witchcraft. She's a bratty young girl, often making fun of Agnes and stirring up trouble.
- female teen
- english (american)
- female young adult
- english (british)
That is true, but Thomasin tried it before and she said it nearly sent her running. Not only it did reveal her husband, it revealed her fate.
My brother's a minister. Evil can't touch us. If you're so sour, we can guard our room with salt.
Agnes, what, pray tell, you suppose would happen if we were to run and blab to everyone that you're a Spellcaster?
A naive and impressionable young girl swept up in the hysteria of the witch trials. Alice is Mary Downes's close friend, and she becomes ill after playing a superstitious game with Mary. Influenced by Mary's beliefs and the mysterious events surrounding them, Alice supports Mary's accusations against Agnes Crowan.
- female teen
- female young adult
- english (british)
- english (american)
Father says that partaking in such activities bring about certain evils.
Father says Believing in things such as a life beyond ours is a sin.
She told us she's a Spellcaster! And not much of that, she told us what she was going to do to us.
The esteemed judge presiding over the witchcraft trials in Henford. Judge Matthias is a figure of authority and respect, dedicated to upholding the law and maintaining order in the community.
- male adult
- english (american)
- male senior
- male young adult
- english (british)
Order! I shall have order in the Court!
Tell us all that happened in which led us toward this point. Where were you?
How do you plead?
A respected judge in Henford, entrusted with overseeing the witchcraft trials. Judge Smith is known for his meticulous approach to the law and his commitment to justice.
- male senior
- male adult
- male young adult
- english (british)
- english (american)
SILENCE IN THE COURTROOM!
I pray ye, be quiet!
Take the time you desire, dear, though we haven't got all day. We mustn't waste another second.
The village butcher, known for his strong presence and influence in Henford. Thomas Shack is respected for his trade but becomes swept up in the hysteria surrounding Esther's alleged poisoning of the milk supply.
- male young adult
- male adult
- english (british)
- english (american)
Good day to ye, today I am here to testify against Esther Piliton -- The village Milkmaid.
Much to that, she's poor. Poor as dirt, she is. Only good thing we can offer up is prayers. And on the stem of gossip, have you a clue of what went down at Governor Downes' home the eve of yesterday?
We were speaking about the events that took place at the Downes home yesterday eve. It seemed to me she didn't believe Agnes was a Spellcaster -- Or didn't want to believe
An elderly woman with a no-nonsense attitude, known for her resilience and independence in Salem. Evelyn Jones finds herself targeted when her milk supply is poisoned, leading to accusations of witchcraft.
- female adult
- female senior
- english (american)
- english (british)
Well it isn't so fine now, isn't it? We're all here because our milk consisted of substances that shan't be in milk! Josiah, tell them what was in yours. Go on, boy.
Hasty? We're all just lucky we examined this milk before drinking it. That girl will be dealt with. I'm going to Sir Downes about her without another moment wasted!
Don't you see it now, Thomas? She's a Servant to the Watcher. Just like that Agnes that bewitched Sir Downes' daughter and her friend. Wouldn't surprise me not a bit if those two were in cahoots.
- english (american)
- male teen
- male young adult
- male adult
- english (british)
A pack of centipedes.
Or worse -- Make us ill!
We shall alert the Governor at once.
A young apprentice and aspiring craftsman in Salem, known for his ambition and talent. Zachary's life takes a dark turn when his milk supply is poisoned, triggering accusations of witchcraft.
- english (american)
- english (british)
- male young adult
- male teen
- male adult
Thomas, what was in your batch?
I concur. That girl had an agenda. She expected to poison us.
When she delivered your milk, Thomas, what was she like?
A malevolent entity that preys upon the vulnerable in Henford. The Demon possesses Elizabeth's baby's soul, turning the innocent child into a vessel of terror and chaos. With a cunning and insidious nature, the Demon manipulates events to sow fear and torment in the community, feeding on the hysteria and desperation of those caught in its grasp.
- Scary
- loud
- male adult
- male young adult
- Demonic
Stick it up your ass, Putnam!
Doesn't mother remember the nursery rhymes she sang to me as she killed father before my eyes?
Bah, Bah, Black Sheep. Have you any wool? Yes merry have I, three bags full!
A shadowy presence, the Mysterious Figure lurks in the periphery of Henford's witch trials, unseen and unsuspected until the final moments of the film. With an aura of mystery and intrigue, this character embodies the dark intelligence and cunning that orchestrates the hysteria gripping the community, leaving a lingering sense of unease and uncertainty in their wake.
- male young adult
- english (british)
- male adult
- english (american)
Is it done?
And the three women were sent to death as planned?
Excellent. Our plan is set in motion. The Watcher shall be most pleased.
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