Sobering Cell

Sobering Cell

World, Shut Your Mouth

2022 · 11 min · Drama, Thriller

In this horror short film from first time directors Joel Johnson & George Williams, two strangers rot away in their holding cells overnight - but as the hours drone on and strange outside forces begin to grab their attention, they’re left with one question: what could possibly be going on?

Directed by Joel Johnson · Written by George Williams

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Harry Elsby Caden
Ethan Pywell Alfie
Claire Cogan 'Wanted' PSA Poster (uncredited)
Thomas Saxon The Cadet

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