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Swallowed 2016

★ 5.02 votes17 min📅 2016-03-13

"What if the ideal life you've meticulously constructed isn’t enough?"

In 'Swallowed (2016)', Lily Baldwin masterfully crafts a psychological horror that seeps beneath the surface of seemingly idyllic suburban life.

Director: Lily Baldwin

Cast

Lily Baldwin
Lily Baldwin
Sam / Parasite Dancer
Mick Dempsey
Carlson
Samuel John Damon
Sam And Carlson’s Baby
Gabby Weintraub
Sam And Carlson’s Baby
Katharine Padulo
Venture Woman
Jeff Bowers
BBQ Guest
Jena Brook
BBQ Guest
Barbara Brown
BBQ Guest
Brian Brown
BBQ Guest
Henry Chesley
BBQ Guest

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Swallowed (2016) about?

This psychological horror film follows Sam, a new mother, as she navigates the pressures of domesticity and the expectations placed on her, revealing a complex web of emotions and desires beneath the façade of happiness.

Who directed Swallowed?

The film was directed by Lily Baldwin, a talented filmmaker known for her innovative approach to storytelling.

Who stars in Swallowed?

The cast includes Lily Baldwin, Mick Dempsey, Samuel John Damon, and Gabby Weintraub.

Is Swallowed (2016) worth watching?

While the film's 17-minute runtime may be brief, its impact is anything but. With its unflinching exploration of themes and its innovative use of dance and drama, 'Swallowed' is a thought-provoking and unsettling experience that will resonate with fans of psychological horror.

How long is Swallowed?

The film has a runtime of 17 minutes.

About Swallowed (2016) — A Haunting Exploration of Motherhood and Suburban Life

In 'Swallowed (2016)', Lily Baldwin masterfully crafts a psychological horror that seeps beneath the surface of seemingly idyllic suburban life. As Sam navigates motherhood and the pressures of domesticity, a dark undercurrent begins to swell, threatening to upend her carefully constructed world. Through a mesmerizing blend of dance and drama, Baldwin exposes the suffocating expectations placed on women, inviting viewers to confront the uncomfortable realities lurking beneath the façade of perfection. With its eerie atmosphere and unflinching exploration of themes, 'Swallowed' is a haunting and thought-provoking film that will linger long after the credits roll. With a talented cast that includes Lily Baldwin, Mick Dempsey, and Samuel John Damon, this 17-minute short is a gripping and unsettling experience that will leave you questioning the very notion of what it means to be a 'good' mother and wife. As the film's tagline asks, what if the ideal life you've meticulously constructed isn't enough?

As the camera pans across the tidy suburban streets, the façade of happiness is slowly peeled away, revealing a complex web of emotions and desires that are both deeply personal and universally relatable. With its innovative blend of dance and drama, 'Swallowed' is a bold and unflinching exploration of the human experience, one that will resonate with viewers long after the final credits roll.

With its talented cast, including Lily Baldwin, Mick Dempsey, and Samuel John Damon, and its innovative use of dance and drama, 'Swallowed' is a must-see for fans of psychological horror and those who appreciate a thought-provoking, unsettling experience.