Horror Short Film 'Morse Code' | ALTER

Seeking closure, a grieving woman uses Morse Code to contact her childhood best friend.

"Morse Code" by McKenzi Vanderberg

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More About "Morse Code":
Haunted by a tragic death, a grieving woman uses her childhood hobby in the hopes of speaking to her lost loved one, but instead finds herself caught in a spiral of fear, regret, and questions unanswered.

"Morse Code" Credits:
Directed by McKenzi Vanderberg
Written by Maurizio A. Ledezma
Produced by Da Eun Kim & Liz Lian

Starring Dia Frampton

Cinematography by Sabatino Ciatti Jr.
Production Design by Dorothy Jackson & Julia M. Quiceno
Edited by Cristina Headrick & Marie Lessel
Sound by Victoria Shan Wang & Ziyi Wendy Wang
Assistant Director Lorenzo Mendoza
Music Composed by Dana Kyle Kroplick

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[Lorn]

The horror of the sense of guilt that we put on ourselves for things we couldn't control. Bautifully done. Very touching.

[lisawhereisthecultjam]

26 years ago my best friend ended his life. I was the last person he spoke to. I have never been able to let go of the guilt. I was so dismissive during our last conversation. I beg all of you out there to listen to the people you truly love. You don’t know what could happen.

[DancinDane]

Loved it! I lost my dad to suicide 5 years ago. The monsters in our heads can be way scarier than the ones with red glowing eyes and blooddy fangs. Thank you for this ❤

[McKenziVanderberg]

Hello everyone, my name is McKenzi Vanderberg and I'm the director of Morse Code. Thank you so much for watching and supporting!

[ScarletLetter]

Very well made. Loved how you portrayed her feelings of guilt for not being there.

[JoyaLewisTheMusician]

I like to think the part where she decides to keep the voicemail is a way of saying overcoming guilt is a process. She JUST took the step of not blaming herself - of course she’s not ready to delete the vm yet

[reverse_manipulation]

The actress was amazing. Really well done job. Congrats to all involved.

[victoriaannrodriguez]

This was so heartbreaking. The true terror of grief is wishing we could have done more to save someone. Kudos to the director and also to Dia Frampton. Been a fan of her music for years and so happy to see her acting as well. She is talented and I can't wait to see what else she does in her career!

[kory]

When I tell you I immediately dropped my focus on work and pressed this notif.. it was almost as terrifying as your shorts! Love your work, Alter. You’ve quickly become my most watched channel. Thank you!

Survivors guilt is a very real and heart breaking thing for someone to endure. I personally have not gone through it myself but I have close friends and family who’ve been decimated by the fact that they weren’t there. My heart goes out to those people.. your feelings are valid, but you are not to blame - be kind to yourself ❤️

[MrGandallo]

Survivor guilt can rip a person apart if left to fester. A very moving story beautifully acted.

[observationsfromthefencepo]

This is both beautiful and horrific. The care taken in this film was where the beauty lies as it tackles an immensely difficult topic. The horror is on the topic itself and in the survivors guilt.
As a Mental Health Counselor, I also found this to be very profound. Sadly, this is a real thing.
I can see this story in two ways. 1) Stef needed this and confronted the demons in her own mind. 2). Her friend came back as a ghost to help her through the guilt to a place where she can integrate the grief and move forward. Both interpretations work for me as Stef progressive in her grief journey.
I love that Stef keeps the picture and listens to the message again. You were loved Stef and it wasn't your fault.
This is profound as I said mentioned before.
If you are suicidal or coping from a suicide please reach out for help.
Thanks for portraying the counselor in a positive light.

Great work on a difficult subject.

Peace.

[jewelhaines]

WoW!! This was REALLY great! My husband committed suicide when we were 23 and 25 respectively. I have always felt like it was my fault, and that I could of done something. This film really resonated with me. ❤

[GothicUndone]

I really liked this movie! Not only was it spooky - it had elements of 90s horror. Young woman/teen experiencing a difficult situation as well as scary going’s on. The bedroom I am always envious of 😂 Approachable non-threatening lead character. Thank u for a great watch.

[vanessaament]

As a composer and sound design professional, I want to commend the composer and sound design team. Nice work.

[alexgently]

The episode in the house was pretty frightening, have got some chill goosebumps

[lizward]

The actress, Dia Frampton i believe, is just brilliant here. Nice job alll around.

[DerekStone]

As a person whose best friend committed suicide two days after leaving me a voicemail, this film hit hard.

[mothymothh]

As someone who knows morse, this was scary as hell

[Kitfugl]

Loosing someone as a best friend, knowing that they are still alive and just dumped your best friend status is just as hard, lemme tell you. Knowing they are out there, just not want nothing to do with you... Ouch.

[jomontanee]

This short proves horrors can be deep, emotional, sentimental and uplifting.❤❤

My dad committed suicide by drowning in the sea. I felt so guilty not to “rescue” him emotionally. But he is still my hero though with flaws.