What happens when the best night of your life turns into a waking nightmare? That's the question at the heart of I See the Demon, the latest indie sci-fi horror thriller from filmmaker Jacob Lees Johnson. With a teaser trailer that's equal parts eerie and enigmatic, this film promises to be a wild ride into the unknown.
The story follows Lucy, played by Alexis Zollicoffer, who returns home to a surprise birthday party after witnessing a strange object in the sky. But as the night unfolds, unexplainable phenomena begin to unravel her reality. Her friends and loved ones insist everything is fine, but Lucy can't shake the feeling that something is terribly wrong.
The teaser hints at a blend of Cloverfield-style chaos and psychological horror, with a dash of cosmic mystery. Is the threat a demon, aliens, or something far more sinister? The film's tagline, “We don't know what we're going to wake up to,” sets the tone for a story that's as much about internal trauma as it is about external threats.
Directed by Jacob Lees Johnson (The Thief), the film boasts a talented cast, including Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite) and Mallory Everton (Murdertown). The screenplay, co-written by Johnson, Davey Morrison, and Martha Duzett, teases a narrative that's both personal and expansive, exploring themes of memory, trust, and survival.
I See the Demon is set to premiere at the 2025 Cinequest Film Festival in March. While no wider release date has been announced yet, the buzz around this indie gem is already building.
I See the Demon has all the makings of a cult classic—ambitious storytelling, a strong ensemble cast, and a premise that keeps you guessing. The teaser trailer is a masterclass in tension, blending surreal visuals with a creeping sense of dread. If the full film delivers on its promise, it could be one of the most talked-about indie horrors of the year.
But here's the real question: In a world where reality feels increasingly fragile, how far would you go to hold onto your sanity?
