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Flytrap

Flytrap

2019
Horror
7 min NR USA
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A man stranded by a heavy storm seeks refuge in a woman's home. But he soon discovers more than what he bargained for. A short horror thriller produced…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Richard De Carvalho
Starring
Ben Hamilton / Ally O'Brien

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

tense suspenseful unsettling effective brief intriguing scary well-acted atmospheric concise chilling

Reviews

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Seraphina Hayes
Apr 5, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Flytrap is a prime example of how creative constraints can foster potent storytelling. The performances by Ben Hamilton and Ally O'Brien are key to the film's success, imbuing their characters with a believable sense of vulnerability and escalating…

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Reginald Thorne
Apr 5, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

This is horror filmmaking at its most economical and effective. Flytrap, born from the crucible of the 48 Independent Short Film Festival, showcases Ben Hamilton and Ally O'Brien in a masterclass of contained terror. The performances are raw…

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Clara Finch
Apr 5, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

Flytrap presents a compelling scenario: a man seeking refuge finding himself in an increasingly perilous situation. Ben Hamilton and Ally O'Brien deliver solid performances, effectively navigating the escalating tension. The film’s tone leans heavily into suspense, employing a…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 5, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

Despite its origins as a 48-hour film challenge, Flytrap transcends its constraints to deliver a surprisingly sophisticated horror experience. The chemistry between Ben Hamilton and Ally O'Brien is palpable, forming the uneasy core of the story. The film’s…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 5, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Lunacraft Productions' Flytrap is a taut exercise in brevity, masterfully utilising its short runtime to craft a chilling encounter. Ben Hamilton and Ally O'Brien anchor the narrative with compelling performances that convey a growing sense of dread. The…

FAQs

The official selection of Flytrap at the 48ISFF Awards Ceremony, held at the Directors Guild of America, signifies critical recognition for the short film. This prestigious screening highlights the film's quality and its success in meeting the demanding creative criteria of an international 48-hour filmmaking competition. It positions the film as a noteworthy entry within the independent short film circuit.