Patterns

About This Movie

Patterns (2005) is an intriguing piece that really plays with atmosphere. The film is steeped in a kind of tense surrealism, reminiscent of the psychological landscapes explored by Hitchcock. A woman, alone in her meticulously arranged apartment, seems to embody this tension as she waits, half-immersed in her bath, for a call that never comes. There’s this slow build, a sense of something lurking beneath the surface, and Travis’s use of color and design really enhances that. The performances are understated, yet very effective—each small gesture feels loaded with meaning. It’s distinctive in how it marries minimalist storytelling with rich visual cues, leaving you pondering long after it ends.

Patterns has had limited physical releases, making it somewhat of a hidden gem in the indie film circuit. Collector interest has been growing, especially for those who appreciate experimental cinema and its nods to classic psychological horror. The scarcity of editions and the unique aesthetic make it a noteworthy piece for anyone diving into contemporary short films and their thematic explorations.