The Den
In this 2013 thriller directed by Zachary Donohue, the story follows Elizabeth Benton, played by Melanie Papalia, a graduate student who becomes embroiled in a terrifying mystery while conducting a study on the habits of webcam chat users. As she navigates the dark corners of the internet, she witnesses a brutal murder online, which sets off a chain of events that blur the lines between the virtual and real worlds. The film cleverly utilizes the found footage style to heighten tension and suspense. While it didn’t receive any major awards, it has been noted for its innovative approach to the horror genre. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Director: Zachary Donohue
Actors: Adam Shapiro, Bill Oberst Jr., David Schlachtenhaufen, Katija Pevec, Lilly Holleman, Lily Holleman, Matt Lasky, Matt Riedy, Melanie Papalia, Ron Bottitta, Victoria Hanlin
Country: United States of America
Company: Cliffbrook Films, Onset Films
Worldwide Gross: $410,129