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Cast: Laura Sollet, Eva Meyerson, Madison Geiger, Meng Klovis, Chase Bridges, & Kay Galvin
Paranormal psychology student Rosa Gonzalez lights a summoning ritual candle, and asks, “Are you there?” Those three words ignite a life-and-death battle of 20 questions. As the candle melts down, so does her chance for survival.
Each time she attempts to escape the challenge, she is thrown into a new nightmare of her own making, as she is forced to relive her childhood trauma, sending her to the brink of madness.
Rosa discovers she already knows the answer that will save her... she just has to ask the right question... but some questions are best left unanswered.
Are You There? tells the story of Rosa , a young who lights a summoning candle her grandma left her so she decides to give it a try and to ask her grandma some questions about their tragic past. But after a horrible incident the candle instead begins a game of 20 questions which puts Rosa in grave danger. Are You There? is another example of what makes Independent cinema do good. It combines amazing acting and solid story lines and this is no different.
The film stars Laura Sollet as Rosa and she gives an amazing performance as the tortured young lady looking for answers. Another solid performance came from Eva Meyerson how plays her best friend.
A psychological thriller that combines shadows and atmosphere to create a chilling and frightening environment. It also focuses on past trauma and the effects in can have on people later in life.
I love how director, Kim Noonan told the story while still keeping its secrets until the last act when the shocking truth is revealed. Do yourself a favor and avoid any spoilers before watching the film when it comes to Select Theaters and Digital Platforms FEBRUARY 7, 2025 from Dark Sky Films.