Night Splitter

About This Movie

Night Splitter is this intriguing dive into Kaari Upson’s memories, tethered to her childhood home in San Bernardino. The film dances around themes of nostalgia and decay, using that old tree as a sort of anchor for her fragmented recollections. Upson’s dual role is fascinating—she oscillates between her younger self and a more reflective version. The pacing feels almost meditative, allowing viewers to linger in the atmosphere of the crumbling suburb. The practical effects are subtle but effective, adding a layer of eeriness to the personal stories. It’s not your typical documentary; it plays with the idea of memory and the places that shape us. There’s something haunting yet beautiful about how it all unfolds.

Exploration of memory and spaceUnique dual performance by UpsonAtmospheric take on suburban decay