Horror Short Film “All You Can Carry” | ALTER Exclusive

A young boy and his parents race against dawn to escape home as the reality beyond their scavenged life finally catches up with them.
“All You Can Carry” by Andrew Rose
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Horror Short Film “All You Can Carry” | ALTER
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[@WatchALTER]

What are the things you just wouldn't be able to leave behind?

[@arandomperson7339]

My cats

[@mamapapa8333]

For now, my own life and pride.

[@WatchALTER]

@@mamapapa8333 That's all you need sometimes to survive.

[@WatchALTER]

@@arandomperson7339 Can't forget our four legged friends.

[@mrsgamer9218]

my baby girl....

[@renejohnson6988]

That’s my son playing the father!! So proud!! He is currently Sam on Ozark!!❤️

[@instituteofrevolutionartis4095]

Keep on encouraging him he will go far.

[@zandilenxumalo5506]

That's wonderful!!

[@froggyfun1830]

He did amazing!! Congratulations to him (and you for putting him here) and I hope continues to play these awesome roles.

[@sNstRflyEr]

Kevin did well in this short. I don't watch Ozark but I've seen a few scenes here and there, and he seems to fit right in.

[@RainPie]

Your son will go far.

[@tamaraschmidt7231]

At first I thought the bicycle was for electricity.

[@awied2842]

Yeah me too

[@beansmom1341]

This comment helped me understand.

[@jimjim204]

And what is for it

[@tinygirl7531]

Me too😂

[@salsabilaalyaz.8003]

me too jajajajaja

[@professionalcarat]

zombies that run are the worst. I wouldn't be able survive.

[@WatchALTER]

It's okay, we probably wouldn't either.

[@idolization1831]

i hate those baby zombies in Minecraft. they run and oof. but if this was real probably wouldn’t make it.

[@dprince1987]

LMAO

[@Dexters.LaBOREatory]

🤣 Same here.

[@thatonekid3738]

@Stephanie Logan xD

[@hanablemoore8239]

Yo whoever did the casting great job. Lil boy looks just like the father.

[@kebenanndavid3724]

Great acting too !

[@hanablemoore8239]

@@kebenanndavid3724 agreed! Great short.

[@andrewrose591]

Fincannon & Associates Casting down in Georgia!! They were incredibly helpful and supportive of our school project - so glad you liked it!!

[@chirpysangee]

Very emotional scene that was when both father and son looked at one another. And when son enters their home and speaks with his mom finally....you have to keep going.. Both very emotional

[@Hannah-gd3kc]

The boy stopping at the stop sign shows how he is too immature to go out on his own, despite being through so much he is still naive and a child

[@WatchALTER]

Good catch.

[@andrewrose591]

VERY good eye. I am impressed ;)

[@persephonestales6520]

There might have been a chance he was shutting down mentally and was looking for a sense of normality

[@carmensaify]

He is also most likely in shock...sonthere's that.

[@tomimeeks893]

the boy stopping and going reminds me of how often i think i should just give up and give into the mosters in my head. i feel like your comment applies to how i see my life at times

[@notimportant-cc4ld]

When you realize indie horror has ten times better quality in terms of plot originality and story than most hollywood big budget horror films these days. Keep it up Alter, this channel definitely deserves more recognition 👌

[@WatchALTER]

We're getting there.

[@moniquevandeplas5210]

No shit right! I am working on a few shorts and a few independent features but have been fighting depression and worthless feelings thanks to an actor who exploited me...but someone advised me to watch Alter and let's just say it has been altering! Love Alter...can't get enough

[@wandamoses8358]

Fosho

[@1popcorn44]

I love the suspense! And that kid is such a good actor!

[@siwooha7343]

Pirate - Peach the cool thing is he’s one of my best friends! i’ve known him since the 3rd grade!

[@miss-sagittarius]

@@siwooha7343 cool!❤💜💛💙💚

[@misshobbity]

wow okay I am heartbroken and terrified at the same time and the boy who played Anthony was incredible! Spoilers: Like there was so much emotion packed into this, him and his mum and then the look he exchanged with his Dad knowing he must go on that broke me and I also found how it went silent at the end, how he was alone now, he had to survive by himself I can't even imagine. I love how he took his stuffed tiger :'( These short films really pack a punch and are better acted and directed than most feature length horror films nowadays. I feel like I should pay for this it was that good xD

[@andrewrose591]

that is incredibly kind of you to say, thank you.

[@destinychambers6814]

As some others have said, a part 2 is needed to see what happens to Anthony. He obviously knew at some extent what was going on, since he knew he needed to get on his bike and escape. Like his parents have told him that before, for that kind of situation. #WeNeedAnswers

[@mandelezzy1236]

I hate it when zombies are fast

[@WatchALTER]

It's like cheating when the undead both can't get tired AND can run fast.

[@andrewrose591]

Infinitely scarier ;)

[@maxpauvolid8558]

We all do my friend! We all do

[@OLBICHL]

I wonder how they managed to survive for so long... looks like the kid won't make it for long either :/

[@adriandw3159]

Dad always said to stop at the stop sign, great kid

[@user-sf1vb2oi6q]

But mom sait that whatever he sees se muat keep going

[@aeuouae]

Something you never forget once you've learned? How to ride a bike.

[@shannonhall3965]

So true

[@andrewrose591]

Especially when zombies are chasing you.

[@hacked3401]

amen

[@vivenomada]

I could ride at 5 years old, when I was 9 or 10 I had to relearn it...

[@aeuouae]

@@vivenomada You must be a zombie then...

[@noodlestick2262]

Now we just need a part two

[@genesis1333]

Also you should make a part 2 it was a good short film

[@teriandjacobsworld]

Yes we need a part 2!!! Great short story but now I want to see what happens to the kid...

[@edaoguzzz]

@@teriandjacobsworld exactly👍

[@NEFxDEF]

theres alot of shorts on here that shoulve gotten a part 2, dont hold your breath

[@faridehnaghsh]

Yes totally agreed part 2

[@welcometohollywood_2686]

This comment needs more likes!!! Come on ppl

[@susanlawless1168]

Yes, i agree, this channel truly deserve more credit! ! Great short film by the way! !👍👍👍👍

[@Das_Unterstrich]

mom: "if you see weird stuff happen, keep moving" son: "ok" mom: * does weird stuff * son: * stops moving * this is why you kill every person below 14 in any horror movie.

[@AlienAttitude3ox]

I feel like if he just listened to hia dad they probably could have made it out of there. No he had to run back and yell at his mom who smells food and slams her way out of the room. And now his dad is probably dead and the dumb little dude is all alone.

[@zodiac5375]

punky chambers well, the car didn’t seem like it was working

[@AlienAttitude3ox]

@@zodiac5375 Not like he gave his dad much time or chance.

[@andrewrose591]

@@AlienAttitude3ox Or is he??

[@kimberlygolden7095]

The worst is when kids go back for their teddy or blankie, or they cry and get everyone killed hehe

[@Gamervibes08]

Kids in movies are so annoying. They NEVER listen. 🙄

[@WatchALTER]

To be fair, we're sure it's hard to raise a kid with the threat of zombies every day.

[@idontgiveafuck5356]

*eating food peacefully* *sees the zombie guys face* *puts food away peacefully*

[@MerryKeli]

Ooh, nice. Kudos to the filmmaker. It can be hard to make zombie films or shorts in an interesting way, there's so much material out already, but this kept my attention and even left me wanting for more. I truly felt for the family, which is a sign they're not just throwaway characters in a horror film but have actual substance, which is much harder to achieve with characters in short films.

[@mogwaijizm872]

yer the mum made a huge impact in such a short time,,you felt the change,, you could see who she was has been lost,, and you felt for her,,even tho you know nothing about her ,,you were made to feel like you knew her instantly,, great acting and film making,,proves you don't need a big budget and superstars to make a solid gripping zombie movie,, cus this felt like a teaser to a series =)

[@dustysurfer6375]

great analysis...very astute. .. Couldn't agree more

[@edaoguzzz]

It's true. Once i discovered this channel and then subscribed, i am forever ALTERed.

[@WatchALTER]

🖤

[@lloydrobert6182]

Absolutely brilliant. I teach film making, and notice every nuance in the films you post. That last scene was breath taking. Thanks for the beauty.

[@andrewrose591]

Hey thank you!!

[@triston9312]

I m in school,how much money it takes to make dis movie?or a good short film?

[@thisnoman]

@@triston9312 a lot

[@RD-qb7su]

For some odd reason I feel the need to watch these at night 🤦🏼‍♀️😂

[@neighbourhoodwitch18]

Brilłiant! That wee soul's face though! 😍 but...why does nobody ever have their bloody car windows shut?! Why does everyone stop and stare, mouths open like stunned mullets?! Trip over something? Sploosh through water? I mean in every scary film, not just this. I bloody loved it. Please make part two after I've had a wee lie down to recover. Love & thanks from Scotland 😊❤️

[@ceciliaspears161]

Very well done! It felt so much longer and yet it wasn't long enough! I think we all wanted to know more about this boy's journey.

[@andrewrose591]

Thank you Cecilia!! Means a lot! We'll see what happens next...

[@gastritis6036]

**Has The Walking Dead Game Season 1 flashbacks** I miss that game xx 😔

[@WatchALTER]

Excellent game.

[@andrewrose591]

Ahhh classic.

[@progamermax7064]

Jear Desus s a m e.

[@jen-lnicole2043]

"No matter what you hear, no mattar what you see, you must keep going"(mom says before she turns) quite sad actually, but it shows in the ending, that was the horribly sad BUT very "TRUE REALITY" of what his mother did say. I loved how this was done, straight forwards, immediately know the situation, no being confused and left the "thinking of what's to happen " at the end. Well done ALter❤

[@andrewrosefilm]

BLOSSOM very well said!! Thank you

[@student8156]

when his dad said "get in the car" I was really shock whoo

[@sweetcherrydaysblogspotpage]

Stay strong anthony. Just think that ur mom and dad are ur personal heroes for sacrificing for u.

[@andrewrose591]

And hey, dad might still be alive up on that hill....

[@bestlifex1508]

When he/she said moma it reminded me of eleven 😂 ♥

[@melanieh525]

This is one of my favorites I’ve seen so far! I’ve been binging all of Alter’s videos all week, I can’t stop! 💕

[@dustysurfer6375]

Melanie Hook ...agree on every thought....very cool channel, & this film is superb!

[@cristina08888]

YES PART 2! Such a good zombie short and actors were amazing!

[@chuturputur2811]

The kid gave such crisp expressions at times like proper professional actors do..specially after when his father shot her mom.

[@brettzforeman]

I love these short format productions. There are always hundreds of comments glibly asking for full-length feature film versions, but I don't think people really get how different that would make these stories. This story's power is heavily informed by its brief nature, in which we have to infer gradually the despair of their situation. At the start, it looks like the father is just enouraging his son to use the exercise bike so they can enjoy the use of some electricity. There is some early foreshadowing when the son notices that his mother is slower than normal to return, and more still when the father panicks that she was wounded. The story gets sadder and sadder incrementally, with each sorrowful twist not more than a minute behind the lat one. At the start of this story, Anthony is working out on a bike that strengthens his muscles for his inevitable retreat from the creatures, and also generates electricity for his family'as home. His father is cheering him on, and his mother will be home soon. By the end of the story, the father is forced to put the mother down to save Anthony, and each of their contingency plans has fallen apart. First they plan to flee by car together, but the mother won't make it and has to be left behind. Then she escapes her containment, and the father has to put her down. The creatures arrive in huge numbers, so instead of fleeing they have to barricade themselves inside. Finally, the gate won't hold, so the father must hold it for Anthony so one of them can escape. Anthony's retreat is expertly executed and prepared for, and clearly practiced and planned. We see at the end that their family always knew they needed multiple plans for escape in case things fell to pieces like this. It's not clear how long Anthony will survive alone, but in order to make it he'll now need to adopt all the responsibility and forethinking for which his parents took responsibility. This is a really harrowing story, that starts very gently and then escalates rapidly. I like the way it blends the implicit and explicit facts of Anthony's story so that the viewer will follow along with the desperate tone of these events.

[@UltraKey7]

Never forget to be with your relatives during Zombie Apocalypse, They can be helpful as a bait while running from Zombies...

[@denisse4648]

I don't understand why you don't have millions of subscribers! You seriously are so underrated like you deserve so much more credit 💕

[@WatchALTER]

We're getting there. 🖤Have over 2 million fans on Facebook.

[@rhyll-annffiain6491]

@@WatchALTER - I wish you the most success. I also hope that ALL the Alter Family never 'alter' these amazing shorts into something...mundane HollyGagMe w/a GinsuWood crapola.

[@namphugangmei3786]

The moment he took the bicycle out and daddy and he looked into each other eyes: I m crying so hard 😭😭😭

[@kebenanndavid3724]

Run , run , run , running !!! Omg , what a great story ! 👏👏👏 When's the next episode ?? Thanks Alter ❤❤❤

[@minecraftasmrskertskert269]

When he fell in the puddle I felt that, one time I was trying to walk on some ice that couldn’t hold me. Well I think you guys know what happened.

[@why7782]

O fucc a zombie

[@toniluna7043]

So amazing, this channel really deserves more credit.

[@ayangalarion9714]

Of course darling they really do😘

[@rodan5052]

This could’ve easily been titled “9 mile” the kid is a mirror image to Marshall Mathers

[@courtneyevans7673]

Great job! Love this one. You can feel the despair, the love, and the pure terror.

[@tatyananachelle4684]

It's been a few videos since I've had a TRUE favorite. This short was amazing

[@andrewrose591]

Love to hear it. Thank you Tatyana!!

[@dustysurfer6375]

that was FANTASTIC ! from the writing- music - acting, and the way it was shot, that is 100% worth developing...really want to see where the kid goes and how he gets on... A+

[@jtreal]

Kid was training for the zombie apocalypse Olympics! Triathlon...Gold Medal! 🏅🏃‍♂️🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️

[@keileycrother8320]

Every single one of those jumpscares got me, and each time I jumped, I then proceeded to laugh hysterically at how much it scared me.

[@andrewrose591]

Nice ;)

[@auroraaddison9904]

I hope he'll be okay

[@FelixVivaldi]

I can never imagine. Where would I be going? I wouldn't cry at the moment, though. I would just keep pedaling away until forever or until I find a safe room. Then I would stab my feelings over and over again to let the pain inside burst out.

[@damon3471]

Difference between mom and dad. Mom loves use all things, gesture and words... dad loves using one thing, eyes... and the kid understand without words or else.

[@meelamiela]

Films where kids don’t listen frustrate me so bad, like YOU TOO OLD TO ACT LIKE YOU DON’T KNOW WHY THEY WARNIN YOU!!! AGGHHH! Sometimes it just seems like the kids are dumb on purpose for drama in majority of films. With all that said, great short! 👍🏾👍🏾

[@MiniEXOL]

So that's why he practice riding the bicycle....ahhhh...make a part 2 lol

[@WatchALTER]

To be continued...

[@MiniEXOL]

@@WatchALTER I will be waiting ❤️

[@June2U]

ALTER will he be riding into the walking dead or fear the walking dead 🤔😉

[@elizabethm132]

Gosh this is incredible, these people are such amazing actors!

[@jackelyninfante5587]

This isn't all you can carry, This is all you can cry cause this movie got me in the feels with the mom and her son moments

[@baozi8979]

I just can’t leave behind that 2 week old slice of pizza in the fridge.

[@bellanolia1759]

Alter is the drug♥️ I'm addicted to it 😂

[@heatherstickney9384]

Omg that's a whole lot of nowhere for a very small person....

[@andrewrose591]

Well said.

[@davidbolden_gms3643]

7:30 was the biggest jump scare of my life

[@andrewrose591]

I'm sorry... but also thank you :)

[@darenapalyvoda6037]

I love andrew rose for this and "when the howls catch us". Both are are unique in a way that it makes you feel uneasy at all times, without portraying pure horror. To me, his works are more of a psychological thriller, which makes them so special.

[@andrewrosefilm]

I'm so happy you enjoyed!!

[@XcomPanther]

Horror, thrills, suspense and action! Well done full circle ALTER!!! Five thumbs up.....oh no, I am trapped in a short where I have five arms!!!

[@kirtywright1974]

Great casting! Even down to the undead, who, when both father, and son both look at each other, whilst his father is trying to hold them at bay. No words exchanged. Just a, go my son, and never look back, and you are truly my hero, Dad. I don’t want to leave you, but I’m following through, with every plan, that you, Mum, and I had. If it ever come down to this, and sadly, it did😢💔 The casting was exceptional! The young boy, is going to have a great career, ahead of him, if he keeps pursuing his dreams ♥️x My heart broke, when their final farewell come💔😢 A part II would be SO good!! Did Dad survive? After hearing his gun firing off rounds? And, if he did. Will he go out in search of his young boy, and both be reunited?🤞🏻 There are so many alternatives, I have come up with, if there were to be a second! Someone mentioned, how both father and son looked so much alike! And wondered, could they possibly be related? I too, thought the exact, same thing 🤔 Either way. This short, was done with perfection👌🏻 from every camera angle, and shots we, as the viewer, got to see. Very entertaining! But all I keep thinking about now, is, where that young boy is going to end up now? 😔 Location of filming👌🏻 could not have been any better!! Another piece of art guys!! So, thank you 😊 Well done👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻

[@jet8180]

i spilled my goddamn tea when that zombie popped up smh

[@mdredheadguy1979]

This was the *BEST ZOMBIE MOVIE* that I’ve seen in several years!! I just wish there were more like this one. I’d like to see something that picks up in a year or two, shows the kid, and what he has done to survive sines losing both parents.

[@andrewrosefilm]

THANK YOU!! I would love to see that too. Lookout for my next couple short films later this year!

[@CelestialChillsASMR]

Alter deserves more than they get ! y'all can accomplish more in less than 30 mins compare to a 1.5 hr horror film #neverstop

[@WatchALTER]

It's all thanks to the incredible filmmakers we work with.

[@peachypeachworth3974]

Alter, where do you find these incredible child actors??

[@silly1goober]

A zombie apocalypse is portrayed by main characters mostly as something survivable. Boy, I would get caught by a walking zombie.

[@melissa-rj9jz]

This short film about zombies: exist The walking dead: am I a joke to u???

[@Jercellular]

Corny

[@skittled.mp3]

I kept accidentally slapping my own face while I was watching this because I got scared😭😭😭😭😂😂😂😢

[@rareism636]

10/10 i want part 2 pls!!

[@ralypndn3001]

This horror short film made me cry. Your the best alter.

[@andrewrose591]

Awww that is very touching. Thank you Lyra!

[@ralypndn3001]

I'm a big fan of horror movies but this ohh.. I can't even imagine if I'm all alone and I saw my parents becoming a zombie... Is there a part 2 of it?

[@charliemolina-antazo8366]

'All You Can Carry' is a coming of age story compellingly told by a superb cast and crew.

[@andrewrosefilm]

Hey thank you so much for watching!

[@mamapapa8333]

I dont even realize this just been posted lol, I love Alter ❤️

[@WatchALTER]

We love you 🖤

[@SidneyMarie123]

Always come in clutch during 4th block computer science

[@vilenationgaming]

Might wanna pay attention in that class. It's actually important ;-)

[@andrewrose591]

Glad to be of assistance ;) ...Now get back to work!

[@rizhennrylle543]

the toughest part of being human.... is to keep moving

[@FordPrefict42]

I am so glad I found your channel! Through you, and a few other channels, I have a renewed passion for what cinema should be. Thank you.

[@lunachickmas]

Another great short and amazing cast.

[@blondiea1a]

WOW, this is awesome!!! Thanks again, Alter!!!

[@WatchALTER]

Thank you for watching! 🖤

[@SavannahRoseDI]

In an apocalypse, train your kid to fix and a car and drive, never mind just training to peddle a bike, and why does the kid have zero instinct to help his father, this is truly scary as this in an accurate picture of the kids of today, no skills!

[@seeniebear3234]

Jeez when the dad put his hand on his shoulder when he was looking at the blood on the car I jumped,I haven't done that in years,and over such a simple thing

[@andrewrosefilm]

Excellent.

[@Ffeoli1039]

Stop asking for part 2s or a continuation for these stories. What makes them good is that they don't stay past their welcome. Lot's of horror films have awesome moments but they usually have some serious issues because of the length.

[@53N741]

Amazing as always. I'd definitely watch a part 2!

[@VeryMerryVintage]

Never wanted a sequel to a short so badly.

[@andrewrose591]

That is lovely to hear!! Thank you Paula!

[@danidollistic4954]

Let me not try to help my dad.. Instead grab my bike and almost leave without saying bye. 🤣🤣

[@michalp.8392]

WOW That’s why we love ALTER! Great job, guys

[@Anna-qm6po]

Alter short films got me emotional lol

[@rockspoon6528]

Bikes are way underrated in apocalypses, thanks.

[@andrewrose591]

Right??

[@theworthyfangirl448]

Please for the love of your fans, give us a part two!

[@mnirwin5112]

That kid is really good.

[@ahlinecruz5545]

Love this!! Love this channel

[@Mrs.Puddin]

I love how he stopped at the stop sign.

[@geraldinemeyer2607]

Excellent movie!! Great writing, acting and utilizing the baron country side as humans try to exist in a world gone crazy!

[@jodytrimble8986]

Amazing! this was very well done

[@MightyJabroni]

Now I want to see what became of him.

[@paulziolo9241]

Brilliant. That last scene.....

[@justsomerandomfangirl6084]

Spoilers & those for who don’t get it It’s a zombie apocalypse and in the beginning while waiting for food the boy is seen riding a bike as the mom comes back home actually to be bitten by zombies they get ready to leave away knowing the zombies know where they are at and now they are no longer safe at home as she begins to transform the dad locks her in the house and him and the son begin to get ready to leave but the car is having trouble starting right as the mom comes back to try and attack the dad shooting her dead leaving him and his son in shock right as the sun rises and zombies come running to them they run in the house as the dad tries to lock their gate he finds himself stuck between holding down the door and not having enough time to lock it properly without zombie storming in so he signals his son who gets the bike from the beginning and pedals away as he leaves hearing gunshots indicating the dad shooting the zombie and may have been bitten and killed himself we don’t know the movie ends with the son riding his bike not knowing where he’ll go nor what will happen to him so we are kinda left on a cliffhanger

[@froladee]

Wow, awesome film, I could see an hour more!

[@igap5421]

That boy reminds me boy from music video ,, Titanium"

[@jojomafia3851]

This one of the shorts that really make me wish for more! This was outstanding in every way! 😎💯

[@otterpoet]

_The Walking Dead_ could take some lessons from this. Nice take on the zombie genre. That final wide shot was stunning!

[@andrewrose591]

Thank you so much!!