‘The Reflected Self’ Brings Atmospheric Horror to Amazon

The psychological horror film The Reflected Self, directed by Kelvin Richards, is set to debut on Amazon on 10th December. Produced on a tight budget of £50,000, the film combines a haunting setting with a deeply introspective exploration of identity and perception. With standout performances by Barney Jones (Andor), Marielle Clare (In the House), and Daisie Boyes (The Reckoning), the film delivers a chilling yet thought-provoking experience.

Set in a converted 18th-century mill, The Reflected Self follows Dion (Jones) and his teenage sister Nia (Boyes) as they adjust to life in their inherited home after the tragic loss of their parents. Haunted by guilt and a newfound responsibility toward Nia, Dion begins to see visions of a ghostly Victorian woman. What starts as fleeting apparitions spirals into something more sinister when Dion finds himself alone in the house with this spectral figure, now appearing in modern clothing and claiming his sister is gone. With no escape and reality slipping away, Dion is forced to confront both the malevolent force and his own fractured mind.

The film’s origins trace back to Richards’ initial concept of a short story exploring the duality between spiritual experiences and mental illness. This idea evolved into the gripping narrative of The Reflected Self, where Dion’s struggles with two realities blur the line between external hauntings and internal turmoil. Richards employs the ghostly Victorian woman as a projection of Dion’s subconscious, warning him of dangers he cannot yet comprehend.

Filmed over just 13 days at the atmospheric Fletland Mill, the production’s tight schedule and small crew of three showcased the team’s ingenuity and dedication. The Victorian mill itself becomes a chilling character, its history woven into the fabric of the story. Meanwhile, Luca Fagagnini’s evocative score and Oliver How’s direction enhance the eerie tone, amplifying the film’s psychological intensity.

With an extended cut that delves deeper into the romantic tension between Dion and Aria (Clare), the film offers additional layers for fans of the genre to explore. The project’s modest budget underscores its achievement, with cast and crew contributing to the film’s creation on a low or no-pay basis, united by a shared belief in its vision.

As audiences continue to gravitate toward cerebral and supernatural horror, The Reflected Self arrives as a fresh addition to the genre, blending atmospheric terror with a poignant exploration of identity and memory. Catch it from 10th December.

The Reflected Self trailer