Sometimes, a quick distraction or 10-minute fright is all that’s needed to get that horror fix.

This short is cathartic, but also morbidly creative and expertly builds tension throughout its 13-minute runtime.

It manages to be humorous, terrifying, and heart-warming interchangeably, all within a 12-minute runtime.

A man face to face with an alien in “Level”

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No longer is horror limited to movies and TV.

The story is short and simplistic, but executed extremely well.

The 13-minute film is not only intricate, but atmospherically strong and memorable.

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What Makes Alter Stand Out?

Alter’s horror short variety is endless, and easily accessible.

Alter also does a great job of platforming unknown actors, while also featuring known A- and B-listers.

Another significant side effect of the Alter channel is that it helps boost filmmakers and their projects.

The short was so successful, Mertinez-Pereda released afull-length versionin 2022 and continues to have a successful directing career.