Helen

About This Movie

Helen (2024) is an intriguing blend of animation and horror, drawing heavily from Lovecraft’s Cthulhu Mythos. Set in the atmospheric backdrop of 1920, it captures a sense of dread and the uncanny. The short film follows Helen, whose world spirals into chaos after a grimoire is unearthed. The pacing feels deliberate, allowing tension to build as strange occurrences unfold. The visuals are striking, with a unique style that enhances the unsettling vibe. There’s a rawness to the practical effects that adds to its charm, reminiscent of classic horror. Watching Helen, you can’t help but appreciate how it plays with themes of reality versus the supernatural, making it a distinctive piece in the adult animation anthology.

Part of an adult animation anthologyInspired by H. P. Lovecraft's worksCombines unique animation style with horror elements