Cursed Opportunities 2009 Short Film
Cursed Opportunities 2009 Short Film
Cursed Opportunities is a psychological thriller that explores the hidden secrets and fantasies of three daughters and father living together in a secluded retreat. These secrets are revealed with devastating results. With an underlying sense of dread, Cursed Opportunities delves deep into the abused psyche. The film was written and directed by Mo Abersheid, and stars Brian Ceponis, Paige Handler, Sylvia Panacione, David Schroeder, and Ilana Turner.
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Plot Summary
The film begins with a voice-over narration by Tom (Brian Ceponis), who introduces himself as the father of three daughters: Sarah (Paige Handler), Olivia (Sylvia Panacione), and Jenny (Ilana Turner). He says that they have been living in isolation for a long time, and that he has been protecting them from the evil world outside. He also says that he has given them a gift: a crucifix that grants them one wish each, but with a curse attached to it.
The film then shows the wishes and curses of each daughter, as well as Tom's own wish and curse. Sarah wishes to be beautiful, but becomes blind. Olivia wishes to be smart, but loses her memory. Jenny wishes to be free, but becomes paralyzed. Tom wishes to be young, but becomes impotent. The film also reveals that Tom has been sexually abusing his daughters, and that they have developed incestuous feelings for him and each other.
The film ends with a twist: the voice-over narration was actually by Father (David Schroeder), who is Tom's father and the grandfather of the daughters. He says that he was the one who gave them the crucifix, and that he has been watching them from a hidden room. He also says that he has another gift for them: a gun with one bullet. He then leaves the gun on a table and walks away, leaving the fate of the family ambiguous.
Reviews and Reception
Cursed Opportunities received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. Some praised the film for its originality, suspense, and performances, while others criticized it for its disturbing content, implausible plot, and poor production values. The film has a rating of 7.3 out of 10 on IMDb, based on 42 user reviews. One reviewer wrote: "Cursed Opportunities is a stunning film that delves into the minds of three daughters who, along with their father, are living concurrently in an isolated refuge. All is not well in this asylum, however, as dark secrets and desires begin to surface and surmount the members of the family."
Trivia
The film was shot in Sierra Madre, California, with a budget of $10,000.
The film won several awards at various film festivals, including Best Short Film at the Los Angeles International Film Festival 2009.
The film was inspired by the works of Edgar Allan Poe, especially The Fall of the House of Usher.
The film features several references to religion and mythology, such as the crucifix, the apple, the snake, and the names of the characters.