Leech

LEECH is a thriller in which, without revealing too much, not everything is what it seems.

Shot in Lamington National Park, Australia, the plot, involving just three characters, unfolds against the gorgeous backdrop of a tropical rain forest. Thus, one reference of the title is indeed to those blood-sucking creatures, but there is also a metaphorical meaning behind it.

The set-up and build-up are handled very well, but unfortunately the open ending is bound to disappoint because it leaves too much unresolved.

This short film feels very much like it could be the beginning of a full motion picture. Perhaps it was intended to attract financing for that. Despite the ending, it is worth the 9 minutes of watch time.