The Dead Don’t Rest in Peace in Short Film THE WAKE

Wakes can be a bit uncomfortable sometimes, especially if you're a new member to a family with their own longstanding traditions. But an uncomfortable situation becomes a flat-out fight for survival in Rik Gordon's short film The Wake. Following a well-received run on the festival circuit (including San Diego Comic Con), The Wake is now online for all to enjoy.

You can watch The Wake in its entirety below, and to learn more about Gordon and his short film, be sure to visit the film's official website.

"If you've every been invited to the wake of someone you don't really know, it can often feel a bit awkward, especially if you are unaware of the religious customs and are afraid of offending anyone. Irish wakes in particular are full of strange traditions and superstitions, some of these include leaving the window closest to the coffin open to let the spirit escape, covering the mirror to avoid the soul getting confused and stopping the clock at the time of death.

The Wake, a short film by Rik Gordon, builds on these beliefs and turns them into the premise for a horror film. The 10 minute short follows Peter, a young Englishman, who is brought to the wake of his new girlfriend's deceased uncle. After being offered a few drinks he soon finds himself alone in the house, and strange things occur when noises start coming from the coffin.

The film has now been released online following a successful festival circuit. The film screened in over 30 film festivals including San Diego Comic Con, Spooky Empire & Calgary Horror Con. The film also picked up a few awards along the way including Best Short Horror at the Yellow Fever Horror Film festival and both the Jury and Audience Award at the Dark Hedges Horror Film Festival.

Close the blinds and turn up the volume for this spooky 10 minute short film which you can now watch for free on the following platforms..."