Jump Cut

In Jump Cut, a film enthusiast seeks the truth from a reclusive actress, uncovering dark secrets that intertwine with a haunted past.

In Jump Cut, 104-year-old Mary Arden stands as the last surviving actress from the legendary lost film, The Simulacrum. Isolated in her Highland mansion, Garthside, known for its haunting reputation, Mary has long avoided the public eye and interviews. However, she unexpectedly agrees to speak with film enthusiast Theda Garrick, but with a catch: Theda must divulge the scandalous details of her own tragic history. As the two women engage in this unusual exchange, the stakes rise, leading to a gripping exploration of secrets and the lengths one will go to for a piece of cinematic history.

The Simulacrum holds a notorious place in film lore, and Mary’s memories might unlock its mysteries. Theda, eager to learn more about the lost film, finds herself entangled in a web of revelations that could shatter her carefully constructed life. Yet, the mansion’s eerie ambiance and Mary’s relentless probing reveal that the past is not easily buried. With each question, Theda must confront her own demons, and the line between the past and the present begins to blur.

As the nights unfold, Garthside becomes a character in its own right, haunted by the spirit of The Simulacrum. Theda realizes that the true horror may not just lie in her past, but in the supernatural forces that linger within the walls of the mansion. The chilling atmosphere and unfolding drama create a captivating narrative that intertwines the legacy of lost cinema with personal tragedy, culminating in an unforgettable tale of redemption and fear.