Something's WRONG with GRANNY...

[@barnabydixon]

Hi folks, lIl be uploading a behind the scenes on this video in the next few days. It'll share many of the techniques used to make films like this... and explain why I felt the need to re-upload a couple of times ;)

[@ButFirstHeLitItOnFire]

You know, as much as I love these little edits, you do realize that these keep resetting your viewer counts for this, right? What you could do is simply link the improved versions in the description or comments for the old ones, which as a bonus would also allow people to compare the before/after.

[@DdosPolar]

A fantastic work of art. Would love to see this be a album or even a book with the songs. They are shocking yet moving. As a storyteller In training this provides a lot of helpful information. Good work, never a bad video. Have a great holiday

[@MrRandomSuperhero]

Hey Barnaby, am i going mad or is this a reupload? I seem to remember showing this to my parents this halloween

[@xX071Xx]

what happened to him

[@DonoVideoProductions]

​@@MrRandomSuperheroIt is a reupload. He mentions it in a pinned post.

[@EBThisThat]

I never noticed how natural the puppets’ movements are and how expressive the Narrator is. His eerie eyes add just the right amount of dread to an already unsettling tale !

[@AngelusNielson]

Normally the video mouth screen would hit uncanny valley hard for me. And this is "normal" for me, but in the context of horror works really well.

[@HappyFir3]

It's criminal how few views this video has. These types of videos have so much heart and charm and it'd be an absolute shame if they stopped being worth doing for you.

[@darthman9139]

Don’t wanna be an ELA teacher, but I think it’s kinda symbolic how whenever the boyfriend offers a cup of water, he is met with hostility. Just a really cool detail imo.

[@William_Bryant]

The creepiest character is a puppet based on a burlap voodoo doll. Don't y'all love it when story elements just work?

[@William_Bryant]

As a resident of the pines myself, I truly appreciate the work you put into telling stories worthy of the ill wind that blows through the wood, the creaking footsteps in the night, the snapping twigs that echo the presence of something sinister, and the macabre feeling that you're being watched, only to turn and see nothing amiss. Your storytelling is some of the best mediums for horrific folk tales that come from our neck of the woods, and I hope you never stop telling stories such as this. The chill up the spine of all who hear is a testament to your power as a storyteller.

[@William_Bryant]

Barnaby, I certainly hope you don't have a bout of unhealthy perfectionism striking your heart, like some folks here are prone to struggle with. I think we can all agree you hit this one out of the park.

[@cleekersneaker]

This video was my favorite the first time. There was a more in depth opening introduction maybe?

[@rooryan]

Barnaby, please don’t work on these for too long, I would hate for you to wait too long between posts, or worse yet, get burnt out and leave the platform like all those other perfectionists. I just want what’s best for you ‘cause I’m hungry for your content.

[@francisschweitzer8431]

A little “roughness” is a good thing. This was awesome and I am watching it AFTER I watched the BTS video… You are so freaking talented … I wasn’t expecting the young man to be alive in the basement

[@TurbFlo]

I don't quite remember the details of the previous two uploads enough to be sure of what changes were made, but I love how this time I think the Storyteller is more engaged with what he's telling. Like he controls granny, and appears behind the cloth of the vision. Makes me really get to see the little details of his movements and hands. It's so amazing how these are just little hand puppets. Great work!!

[@ButFirstHeLitItOnFire]

4:26- 4:42 hypnotizes me. The rhythmic footsteps, the wordless vocals, the chattering of bones…

[@elinovak4934]

YES I WAS LOOKING FOR SOMEONE ELSE WHO APPRECIATES IT, every time I listen to that part I get full body chills and goosebumps, I ESPECIALLY LOVE the background snare-y bass and the vocals. And yes it is ABSOLUTELY beautiful and hypnotic 😁

[@footbag8402]

"She'll kill every man who walks this land for sending her to hell" Something about that line has such power here; the instrumentals, the strain to reach the high note, the finality of it all. Well performed.

[@Cagla404]

Phenomenal attention to detail! The ghost of the 'witch' around the 7:20 mark was a great touch!

[@itsjjbones]

The third time's the charm, they say.

[@ziykiy]

After that behind the scenes video I studied this one as well and noticed that grandpa’s body was actually there and I never noticed that detail before.

[@thexbigxgreen]

I love the conceit of a "Grand-Other", it's beautifully clever!

[@MrsStormtrooper]

Just brilliant!! Your pieces really bring me back to my childhood, we used to have a puppet show about our creepy folklore legends, but now its all gone. Thanks for keeping this art alive!

[@mario_and_friends_youtube1985]

3:50 “some man who nowadays we call a snitch” Lyrics Ladies and gentlemen😂

[@ramviolet6795]

I've been hoping for this for a while and being born and raised in Appalachia it only makes it better. The fact that each episode in this series has such a distinct difference is so lovely. So far it's been a Germanic forest, winter sea, and Appalachian cabin. I have so much love for your work Barnaby it's been such an inspiration to my own art.

[@digitalscott7732]

the off-kilter lyrics just add to the uncanniness of the song, I love it

[@markwhiteraven]

Well after seeing every version, I now know this song by heart. Granted a chilling heart, but hey. Seriously, I love this hunting song. The lyrics are so well thought of.

[@rottenroads1982]

Hey, hopefully, during This Halloween of 2024, the Creepy Puppet could be fixed so that we can have another one of these stories.

[@lunabee1313]

I'd LOVE to have just the guitar music by it's self. It's so beautiful.

[@tgibbst]

I finally noticed the outline of the ghost in the lightning when the girlfriend looks back at grannys corpse, bravo on that detail. I'm also seeing a lot of artifacting in the black background, I don't know if that is my internet or if reprocessing and uploading the video multiple times has caused that.

[@CynicalBellow]

Your production and story telling quality have become outstanding! It's so well made and unique. Hope you keep going! Wish you all the best!

[@Amatwigger]

What am I seeing at 6:17 in the lightening flash? Anyone else know if that's an odd shot of granny or another puppet, maybe?

[@aimilios4756]

It might be the “witch” having come from the water

[@0_dearghealach_083]

What a brilliant show! I love how the puppets move so smoothly, so much character to them! Y'really have great talent, Mr Dixon!

[@blee5268]

⭐️ Spoiler alert: Mr. Dixon is telling himself to get a haircut!

[@Brah_Anarchy112]

The lil blue and orange have PTSD from the song of the siren they need therapy

[@TaylorYorgason]

These videos with the horror stories are my absolute favorite of yours, thank you for your incredible talents of writing, production, and performance. Your stuff is amazing, man. Seriously, it makes me angry that your stuff still seems to be underrated on this platform.

[@riccardo7x954]

I was glued from start to finish, you rendered simply yet powerfully a catchy story! The amount of work behind it is astonishing and a testament to that is it feeling effortless…

[@roneeee13]

these videos really deserve a ton more views than they're actually getting. the creativity and the quality alone is worth over millions of views. keep up the good work man. one of the best type of videos on youtube

[@legendarygodzillamusicvide9028]

U have talent for making stories. Keep doing an amazing job. I want to see more this of puppet.😮👍

[@Deqster]

That's my favorite kind of spooky, dark elements with a splash of music and humor!

[@kyrauniversal]

Beautiful. I can't say enough how hauntingly beautiful these creations are.

[@huh958]

after I watch the behind the video I want looking for the second doll at 6:17 when the boyfriend find the foot prints in the lightning, the lightning at the ritual 6:31, and witch or ghost possessed the girlfriend show with the lightning again at 7:20

[@theunboxer9687]

i love how the creepy puppet is always the antagonist in some way in the story. in Ghost story he kinda hints at being the monster, Song of the siren he's the captain, and even here in Grand-other he's the one voicing and moving granny.

[@thewizardslime6764]

6:04 in the behind the scenes you said there was another figure that wasnt granny, i think its the grandpa and i think it appears in the marked time, tumbled and left of the young man. I thought it might be the witch but i couldnt find her at all.

[@thewizardslime6764]

wait no, i think i saw the witch at 7:19. That must be the other figure!

[@jazzbot7307]

It is incredibly rare that I like videos. It needs to truly be something that wows and shocks me, something I want to watch again later. You earnt my like. Many times over.

[@AriWeismanchester]

Remimds me of Aurelio Voltaire's work! Love how far you've come

[@TurbFlo]

I found that other burlap doll that was mentioned in the behind the scenes 7:20 at the lightning flash. Its the lady from the lake :0

[@theunboxer9687]

also love the fact the creepy puppet moves grandma the entire time except for when he's put into the box, makes you think the grandma is just a prop until the veeery end

[@BelieverofCJ]

Dude! This is straight money bro! The whole production was awesome!!!

[@Sakethelord]

I need this on spotfy so bad

[@twitchyeyess]

This is Absolutely Stunning! Great Work Barnaby!

[@SahenaSky]

High up in the hills of Appalachia, On a long and lonesome, dusty road Two young lovers driving, Soon to be arriving, At the door of granny's small abode. Granny seemed more frail and more distant, But she, of course, had every right to be. Grandpa had departed; left her broken-hearted wallowing in pain and misery. The house, too, was unusually untidy. With a ropey washing-line strung through the hall. Granny, once so proper living like a squatter. Smells like she's not showering and all. Still the young man couldn't help but notice For reasons that weren't even known to him. Something about granny seemed a bit uncanny. Like something else was living in her skin. That night, he hears her. Shuffling through the hall. She stops. He's searching. She's right outside the door. He twists the door knob, And hopes it's just a dream. He steps outside to realize Granny's nowhere to be seen. The morning daylight brings an explanation. What a fool he'd been the night before! Laundry in the hallway, Hanging near the doorway. That's why she'd been shuffling by the door. He laughs and tells the story to his girlfriend, Who granny had sleep in a different room. She smiled but was thinking, Of dreams where she'd been sinking That plagued the poor girl's sleep the whole night through. Granny's mood was sour over breakfast, The young man fetches water from the tap. She takes one look at the cup, And instantly throws up, Saying, "Are you trying to kill me with that crap?!" The girlfriend, too, is feeling quite off-color. Those awful dreams kept coming every night. And sometimes when she'd wake, She'd wander to the lake. And watch the moonlit ripples glowing bright. And then it hits her, A vision clear as day. She rubs her eyelids, It doesn't go away. A rush of terror, Slicing through her soul! A narrative so chilling, Listen - this is how it goes. Long ago in this very location, A group of ancient settlers did dwell. There; there lived a maiden Who made a living aiding Other women with their reproductive health. From the group there came an accusation, from some man that we'd now-a-days call a snitch. This once dejected lover, Riled many other. And named her as their version of a witch. The bound her limbs and took her to the water. And just as they were lowering her in Before she was submerged She muttered one last curse, "May all the women murder all the men!" That evening they had a celebration. They shimmied to the rhythm of the band. On return from the dance As if in a kind of trance Every woman slashed the throat of every man. He hears a screaming coming from the lake. He goes to find her. But granny is awake. She's by the basement, "She's down there, love! She's scared!" He feels the blade slice through his neck, Then she shoves him down the stairs. Granny greets the girlfriend by the doorway, and asks her what was troubling her so. The girlfriend starts to say, But she pauses right away. Cause she's just seen the blood on Granny's clothes. Granny's smile turns into a grimace. "There's something I'll be telling ya now, dear." She grips her by the shoulder, the poor girl feels colder As granny whispers something in her ear. "I know you saw her rising from the lake. She'll come, she'll find you, Even now when you're awake. There's no use crying, She'll take your soul, as well. She'll kill every man who walks this land, For sending her to hell." The young man gasps and looks around the basement, He's bleeding but not badly hurt at all. It seems that granny's cut didn't quite go deep enough. Plus, the corpse of grandpa broke his fall. He staggers up the stairs into the hallway, and notices wet footprints on the floor. He stands there looking stunned, As they landed one-by-one Heading straight for granny's bedroom door. He kicks the door down. The ritual has begun. His girl convulses as granny shrieks in tongues. He wraps his fingers around his granny's throat. She flails as he squeezes, but eventually she croaks. The young man rushes over to his girlfriend, Who's eyeballs are still rolled back in her head. She suddenly breathes in, Realizes it's him, and says "Thank the lord, I thought that you were dead!" He finds the blade that granny used to cut him, he says "Thank the lord this knife is pretty dull. I'm pretty sure she's gone But if it turns out that I'm wrong; Hold it tight and stick it in her skull." The young man gathers up all their belongings, and tells her that it's time for them to go. He quickly gets a drink of cold water from the sink. And grabs a few more glasses for the road. He goes to hand one over to his girlfriend, The room around her spins and starts to fade. Her head is getting light And she feels her fingers tight Wrapping around the handle of the blade. (It's not perfect, but I did try!)

[@hachinavio]

this is INCREDIBLE. The storytelling, the song, the design, the straight up ACTING. I'm completely obsessed.

[@ramonborchert9167]

This is soo frickin cool, awesome puppets, sick song and perfect camera work, this deserves so much more views

[@hhairball9]

Your little creations bring me so much joy. Thank you!

[@poppyporter5869]

A terrifying tale, fantastically told. Loved it!

[@AllanElkaim]

This is just amazing. I have no words for how well executed this is. You truly are really talented !

[@jacobgillispie6656]

Work of art. Love your stuff man.

[@bumblegoot1139]

This is an excellent story with incredible puppetry in display to convey it. I like how a lot of the horror in the tale is about the injustice of extremes; the boyfriend is protective and a good partner to his girlfriend, but as a man, he suffers the same fate as the cruel men that murdered the witch. It goes to show that the cycle of violence is driven by hyperbole.

[@jikkermanccini]

Am I going crazy, or did you post this several months ago? I distinctly remember watching this before...

[@Drooook]

Some version definitely existed before

[@jillipepper5353]

I’m always happy to see your vids come up in my feed , I really enjoy all the puppets but especially your singing and playing.🙋🏼‍♀️

[@LG-eq4pb]

Just came back after the Q&A to watch this masterpiece again. Watched it with my girlfriend in the dark for the first time and it really gave us chills.

[@imweirdish7530]

Found your channel again I used to watch it a few years ago. Loved this story, keep up the awsome creativity and art!

[@m.n.2971]

I finally saw the extra character that was mentioned in the behind the scenes of this video. If you slow down the video and pause during the scene where the boyfriend finds wet foot-prints, there's a glimpse of what I think maybe be ''the witch'', at 6:17 .

[@MasamuneNoirFilms]

I just caught it

[@elinovak4934]

I JUST NOTICED IT, I thought it was grandpa’s corpse after the orange guy was push down the stairs at 6:11 OH ALSO THE WITCH IS AT THE END AT AROUND 7:20 with the lightning flash, someone noticed it 😁 OH I JUST NOTICED IT AT 6:17 DAYUM I COMPLETELY MISSED THIS!!!

[@Logan-ko2qf]

At 1:54 they could have made the boy sitting down a little more detailed it looked kind of rushed.

[@dragonfiresbirbs5819]

Its live Puppets, I think it looks really good

[@GooberGoobinstin-fm9in]

HELL YEAH!! I love these! The silly little guys and the story is just amazing! Good job!!

[@thamontine]

These videos have become a haloween tradition for me. I look forward to new When Darkness Knocks and rewatch all the others during spooky season 🎃

[@MrProteeus]

Omggggg another tale!!!!! Someone hire this man!!!!!!!!!! They are awesome!!!!!

[@yoitsuitachi4482]

Found you through wired. Got to say, you deserve the sub. With the bottom of my heart, thank you for the content. Really appreciate it.

[@isabellascarborough7305]

This puppet has to be one of my favorite narrators in existence, it's so chilling and spectacular! I feel emmersed in every second of this here tale... The narrator has me feel like he could be older than time itself, be cool if he had a back story of how he came to be

[@RisingMooon]

So, this was the first video of yours I've watched after just seeing the wired coverage, and wow, what a great one to pick, i'd be stupid if I didn't check out more

[@NTD2827]

This is like "The Tom Waitsmare before Muppets Christmas Carol"

[@umbrellacrossing5064]

Watching the end, and just as granny closes the lid my one light Source in my room flickers

[@lordofruin11]

Fabulous work! Beautifully written

[@is_tree_me266]

You are such a master of your art but also comedy. Not even 45 seconds in and you've got me dying. Pun intended.

[@benji-menji]

I just saw that when the lighting strikes while the girlfriend has a knife, what looks to be a shadow or ghost of the widow about to posses her.

[@spunashell]

This was my first impression of your work after first seeing a video from Wired of your puppets. I had never heard of you before! Man, oh man! I am blown away! You are the (puppet)master! I bow!

[@jb76489]

I’ve never wanted the chords for one of your songs more than this

[@MrProteeus]

The amount of effort you put into these tales!!!!!!

[@Amatwigger]

Man, I can't get enough of this! I must have watched it 100 times by now. When's the next "When Darkness Knocks"?

[@christianmccauley7340]

Holy shit people are so ridiculously critical of your work sometimes. Like Jesus, a lot of commenters seem to suddenly be experts at puppetry lmao. Dude, as always, the stuff you make is incredible. Very entertaining, creative, and technically unique. I will never stop being inspired and amazed by the things you’re able to create.

[@Zer0SuitSami]

This is masterful work. I'm absolutely speechless. Well done and can't wait to see more!

[@Glutton7245]

wow this is absolutely incredible, so glad I've stumbled on your channel

[@MobyWanKenobi]

This is one of the most incredible things I have seen in all my years browsing youtube. You're amazing!

[@Blobfishinabox]

“I DONT GO IN THE BOX GRANDMA” best line ever

[@ethancooper1056]

I absolutely loved this. Every single part of this series has been amazing.

[@trevhoffmann]

i love a good re-upload. your stuff is great to watch and rewatch

[@ragingpumpkin4789]

Your actually so talented man keep up the hard work

[@omg-vert]

I've had the song stuck in my head for days.

[@MyMooha]

As an Appalachian, this is pretty on par with our folktales and honestly, good for the "witch" xP (If you want more of our actual folk horror, you should check out the books "The Tell-tale Lilac Bush" and "Coffin Hollow," they're all from my state of West Virginia, which is the only state that's entirely within Appalachia! Also, it's "apple-at-cha" and I will die on this hill lol)

[@RaptorJesus]

Tennessean here. While I've forcibly removed nigh-all of my south'ron accent, I still refuse to call it anyhting but "Apple-at'cha". Along with my love of sweet tea, mint juleps, and southern cooking, it's about all that I got left of that.

[@algumacoisa590]

dude, this is pure art.

[@NixxNikoli]

Fantastic! Great performance and production

[@ghaithalom6941]

Unmatched! i would suggest you to use small OLED screens for the mouth and that you paint around your lips with Musou black paint to give your mouth floating illusion.

[@hans1783]

MANNNNN……… I was expecting to click off, but the moment that song starts…… I only found myself more interested by the verse, ended up staying till the end…… now wishing it never ends. MOARRRRRR……… I need MOREEEE

[@brokenfeather99]

just discovered you. looove what you do. thank you.

[@CBusschaert]

i keep loving your designs more and more

[@semaJ455]

That's a tale as grim as Grimms'. Very well done.

[@nonantehivernote8709]

Hello ! Is this song available on Spotify, Deezer, of it is available for purchase ?

[@Benadrylsleptu]

6:38 this is definitely my favorite part 😂

[@MojitoMouse]

Ever considered putting your songs up on Spotify? :P I really wanna put this one on my favourite songs playlist! XD

[@mglouise97]

Your song writing skills are just as good as your puppetry

[@christian104]

I think I've watched all 3 uploads of this and I've enjoyed everyone. My only note is I feel so weird that your lips never seem to close or maybe it's a fish eye lens? Edit, can't wait for the behind the scenes.

[@Emperor109]

Yay! I get to see it again!!!

[@bonaconlodoset9264]

Holy beautiful video Barnaby out of the park as always

[@francisschweitzer8431]

Ahhhh…. The Granny Doll was also the Grandfather on the basement floor

[@screwthenet]

That was AWESOME! ONE of the best skits ya did. WE need a FULL ADVENTURE LIKE THIS ^

[@bradrobinson4803]

well, there go my plans of having good dreams.

[@hans1783]

WHAT?!!! THis is such a great piece…… O.O I didn't regret clicking into the video at all…… He does need to up his clickbait game, cause it was a gamble that I made when clicking into this video. The thumbnail and title didn't really give much to expect. (Which is why I'm utterly shock rn) This deserve WAYYY more view than it currently have right now.