Horror Short Film “Safe Haven” | ALTER

A deadly contagion. A world on the brink. A little boy alone.
“Safe Haven” by Martin Stalker
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When a volcanic ash cloud engulfs Belfast City 12 year old Zoran finds himself trapped at home with his elderly neighbor. But this ash cloud is like no other - it carries a virulent contagion that transforms those exposed into feral, black-oozing monstrosities
With the outside world fast descending into chaos and his neighbor beginning to succumb to the virus, Zoran will soon discover that when the ash descends there are no safe havens.
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Horror Short Film “Safe Haven” | ALTER
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[@WatchALTER]

So we're not the only ones who were both terrified for the boy, but also shed some tears at the end?

[@kebenanndavid3724]

That young man had me right there with him . I felt everything he felt . I thot he would get bitten trying to reach for phone . So happy he wasn't only to start crying cuz he was infected by the phone anyway . Bawling like a baby at the end 😥😥 Thanks Alter for having the absolute best horror/creepy shorts . Keep'em coming plz 😀❤

[@DeadLisa]

Nope...😢🤧 That boy is also one helluva actor!

[@gamesplayground5857]

i hope your channel grow more!! i really love all the contents

[@beckyaurel4854]

Sub indo please

[@hbgxgrm4993]

How do u guys do it

[@myco_noob8027]

Is that the same kid off "Childer" ? He is good

[@tntviewer9431]

Yes it is

[@ashishmagar3407]

Also the reporter

[@sayanidutta741]

Yes.....he has great acting skills....just love this kid

[@revive1.075]

That's what I thought

[@jborrego2406]

Why r kid actor better on small films then Hollywood actor kids lol

[@DocBree13]

This is the second Alter I’ve seen that young man in: he’s got a great future as an actor - such talent!

[@johncarloagdoljr.1987]

Hes also on the "Childer"

[@marcianoribeiroamerico6115]

Yes.... I am remember this little boy, too.... Brenda 😉 Hugs of your friend here Brazil. .. my dear 😊☺😄😉

[@salfisher114]

Yeah

[@nintendoman8915]

He was in the childer and then his messed up mother killed him

[@annaellerouviere4982]

U r right

[@blaziken12]

This hits different during the Corona outbreak quarantine.

[@zenokarlsbach4292]

@Kyril J A lot more is going on, haven't you noticed?

[@jon420]

@Kyril J COVID has turned people into monsters

[@priyamanobal]

@Kyril J ...there are people dying

[@DavidaVeddar]

As a mother whose son died this was devastating to watch- I was single and he was so grown up and independent and wiser way beyond his years... I know he would have been that selfless when all I would want to do is be near him to the end. The child actor was indeed fabulous, just brought up so many emotions. I’m shattered 💔

[@jaymaw5284]

Covid isnt what people think, symptoms are from 5g. Find truth..find faith. They are about to start "global reset" now.

[@xxbanana_breadxx480]

How can that be the saddest thing I've seen in this channel? Literal tears. The kid didn't want to get his mum infected

[@charalette9561]

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[@markhenry2360]

I nnnnmnknow . Whaaaaaa sniff sniff aghhhhh

[@waynelessard1915]

Omg that young man is a great and awesome actor loved the video and thanx 4 sharing

[@leanneparker1962]

He is the same little fella that was in 'Childers" isnt he???

[@hfhxgdytfyguyghfyfhrbt6gxc749]

@@leanneparker1962 yes.

[@invaliduser8003]

I feel like he should act more scared when he sees the black bloods coming out of his neighbor's body parts

[@svckerpvnch.]

i was the 666th like lmao

[@castielinfp194]

@@leanneparker1962 yes

[@mellusername960]

This kid? Smarter than 90% of the horror movies characters. Also? The young boy and the old lady did a great job as actors! One more thing. I loved this and I certainly would watch it if it was a feature film. Actually, this is good enough to be a feature film!

[@Karin-uk2sw]

I could'nt find anyone who's watching this recently. I am totally shocked to watch this incredible film, but I also just got my heart ached just to see that this film is related to the world's current situation. Many people are seperated from their family just to keep them safe. May the world get better soon. Be safe everyone

[@nairakhan5210]

Karina Aji yes Really I was also thinking that …… This is related to the worlds current crisis like unemployment , Shortage of money , separated Families and all . Really sad ☹️😥

[@nairakhan5210]

Karina Aji This is sooo true Like you can see that the virus in this is contagious just like Corona Virus 🦠 And more and more people are getting affected daily

[@lizzie1068]

I'm watching it these days

[@AslamJais79]

Exactly. Couldn't agree more. Tepat sekali. Sangat bersetuju!!

[@neilnash5661]

And now we have the Icelandic volcano - albeit without the ash cloud... so far!

[@jkras1997]

That young man deserves an Oscar! Just when I thought "oh, this is so predictable...she is sick.. don't open the door" And then.....Bam!!! I started to cry.

[@olivialord3034]

Exactly how I felt

[@chazconway9578]

I tried soooooo hard not to cry in a train car full of ppl, but....... Ofc it didn't work.

[@jkras1997]

@@chazconway9578 It's impossible.. he's so good and cute

[@joyvay6973]

An Oscar??? LOLOL

[@OLBICHL]

Zoran may be 12, but he's quite the matured fella... protecting his mother like that, uhhh that got me :,,,D

[@thegathering8084]

He’s not twelve dumbass. He’s 8 at least... Christ... why do so many adults thinks kids are a completely different age than what they are

[@BuggyTrucks]

@@thegathering8084 Right? I was assuming he was 8-10, he's mature in his speech and how he acts, but that was literally the way he could have been raised lol

[@annaxyz000]

for me he is like, 6 years old, i have 12 and he looks sooooooo young, or maybe i look older :/

[@TheDevilThatStoleHolyDarkness]

Morale of the story? *Letting people in can be toxic.*

[@taramecas6608]

I don't think it's that deep ... 🤔

[@basketbomberslackingson4417]

Tara Mecas it’s a joke

[@souvikbeats8369]

"Yowie wowie! Let me in!" -The Fiend

[@karynolvera7076]

I haven't finished it yet but I think it's going to work that's toxic.

[@majddirany4011]

Oh c Mon man I didn't watch the vid yet I didn't need a spoiler!

[@lennoxvazquez]

I loved the acting of all three. I cried at the end. Some parents would rather die with their child than to let them suffer alone. But even children at Zoran's age know that they can't let their parents meet the same end. Sorry, that was way too much. I'm feeling a lot of emotions while having an Alter marathon

[@lemonwedge6664]

:( this was well written

[@jett8193]

Yes, the film was definitely good, but that young man's acting was so terrifyingly convincing! Gotta go dry my eyes now.

[@sign543]

One look on my son’s innocent and loving face would’ve made my “going to work” virtually impossible. I know she did the right thing...helping out when others are sick...but sometimes being selfish is the only real option if you want to live.

[@cheesedaddy9679]

sign543 stfu

[@cheesedaddy9679]

Selfish pig

[@firesong7825]

Well, one could also say she may have never found out how to survive out there without having gone to work.

[@firesong7825]

@@cheesedaddy9679 No need to be rude.

[@eatworms3415]

@@firesong7825 He's probably baiting, and if he's not, then he's just an asshole.

[@chloe3116]

Weather: *dark, ashy, people reporting Ash Fever* Boss: So you're still coming in, right?

[@MWorsa]

Chloe I thought that only happened here in the states 🤔

[@random_meta]

@@MWorsa That happens everywhere

[@jon420]

It's just a typicl zombie outbreak

[@sarahoshea9603]

Yay capitalism

[@janeaparis]

The boy does a great job acting. Sad he could not be with his mother, and nice he was smart enough to realize it would hurt her to open the door because he was infected.

[@kimmyhodges7295]

Gave me chills. Very good acting, and that boy...oh my God that boy made it worth watching 💯% 😢

[@audreyharwell4443]

@Tyrant Jura Meso Avliff Karavel Livyatan how

[@mocarpenter8836]

@Tyrant Jura Meso Avliff Karavel Livyatan That's about the stupidest thing I have ever read.. Why would you accuse someone of being a pedophile. Just because they liked the little guy's acting? Kinda strange to say that imo 🤔🤨🧐

[@landonthomass]

@@mocarpenter8836 As a funny joke

[@carriekup]

@Tyrant Jura Meso Avliff Karavel Livyatan the comment complimented the boy and said he makes the short worth watching. The fact that You interpreted the comment in such a way as to call the person a pedo says WAAYYY more about YOU than it does the person who originally commented.

[@carriekup]

@Tyrant Jura Meso Avliff Karavel Livyatan my bad. I just don't joke about pedos

[@Nene_760]

I knew there was gonna be something wrong with that old lady lol

[@Mangascribbler]

That and the thumbnail kind of spoils it by showing her face covered in black slime...

[@tgmgalaxy1756]

Rene M me too lol

[@alexwunderman190]

same here that moment she walk in something was off bout that gram

[@adamristau9579]

Lmao I thought they were just really bad biscuits

[@SS-hd5jx]

did the thumbnail give it away? 😅

[@Greywind920]

BOTH the actress who played the mother and the boy who played the son, BRILLIANT actors, they should win an award for this. This was truly incredible.

[@jailinyoung5732]

Somebody needs to make this kid famous already

[@WatchALTER]

Agreed! Luke Walford is an immensely talented young man!

[@jailinyoung5732]

ALTER that first movie I seen him in on your Chanel was so sad 2 but he did sooo goood !!

[@EZ-rr8jm]

Well, thanks for making me cry I guess

[@AGamer_Person]

Omg that ending was so sad. That child needs an agent ASAP bc HE WAS AMAZING.

[@tristans.8282]

Just barely started and I’m already in love with this young man’s acting.

[@taylorlaumer3563]

That's why you DON'T answer the phone when your job is calling, especially when you're off!!!

[@Maria-sg4zy]

What a loving son, he protected his mother. Great story.

[@ferndodd]

This is incredible and actually feels like a real way the apocalypse would happen

[@lux211]

yeah they should make this a show it'll be amazing

[@nictheartist]

Yep, especially the " turn up for work or else" thing.

[@souvikbeats8369]

Don't say this

[@chexlex1316]

I thought this was happening when one of the plants by my house exploded and ash was covering everything as it fell.

[@benimo1233]

What do you know? It did happen this way

[@Neverstopthinking007]

This young man is acting in the horror short childer as well. He has got incredible skills!😊☺️

[@dankseclusion4940]

Funny moment: 6:09 the way the child whips out that treat to the grandma

[@iminneedofhelp5513]

Ok even though this was super sad, can we talk about "Stay young, Zoltron." "Zoran, Mrs. O'day." "Whatever :)"

[@Skyrimfruitsnacks]

That was so cute!

[@Souchi-ito]

You forgot Zumba

[@mouli0235]

Omg why the sweet little boy too! He is such an angel! He didn't deserve such an ending! Why Alter why T_T

[@space-yf3zw]

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[@soleilsonira4467]

watch the movie then come to comments

[@quinebhei6790]

a good boy who loves his mother very much, the child accepted death when he was infected more than a adult person can.

[@prasadk1552]

I have seen this before and that boy's acting was very impressive I mean he showed his talent in every stage as the film went through. Happy, apprehensive, fear . Fabulous.

[@quentin48394]

The little boy is an incredible actor, the Mother is truly good too. What a strong and beautiful piece of art, you prove you don't have to be a giant studio as Hollywood's ones, to make wonderful movie or short movie. Thanks for this moment, and thanks to all who has contribute to this movie

[@RuneTraverse]

Okay, I legit teared up at the end - such an adorable little boy, and the mom, and the older lady - and that neighbor with her baby was horrifying! Total wow, great work.

[@mijack43]

I thought he was actually gonna make it out but damn when he started closing the locks and telling his mom he wasn't safe, I just started crying

[@giovannaamber228]

why aren’t these people casted in actual movies

[@priyamanobal]

They might be. Maybe just not movies outside of their own country

[@chadbrockman4791]

@the super family ost Totally agree on both points. These people are great actors, and I hope they're getting credit. And I think the short film form of art is wonderful. I think it has something to do with the correspondence between the films and the natural rhythm of human interest and attention, or something like that.

[@olivialord3034]

The fact the the blonde lady ate her own baby makes me sad....

[@so_daldal4318]

liv nation first comment I saw of that that made me so sad

I’d say that’s a pretty rational reaction

[@detrajackson5992]

I didn't realize that she ate her baby...😢

[@lemonwedge6664]

wait what D:

[@olivialord3034]

@@lemonwedge6664 basic deductive reasoning

[@clairefriend743]

This hit on one of the deepest fears I never knew I had

[@angryo3448]

Fear of losing ur mom ?

[@clairefriend743]

@@angryo3448 that and having an apocalypse with creatures that were once human. And you know that you are changing into those creatures.

[@rachel-vv5xz]

Claire Friend that’s terrifying

[@darkmistress6944]

WOW This made me cry....It just broke my heart....great actors...I adored the little boy playing Zoran....Well done movie...And i'm still in tears....Just WOW

[@WatchALTER]

The little actor, Luke Walford, is fantastic.

[@cotton.candycurls2390]

Reminds me of how my mother used to be with me... now she's so cold, distant and almost cruel towards me. Nice to remember the old days❤ amazing film once again, Alter.

[@dylancastano2013]

First "Dawn of the Deaf", now "Safe Haven". I like these new ideas on how to create a good zombie flick.

[@bensweiss]

Usually kids and horror do not mix as children bring a strained invulnerability to the story, but this was great. That boy was a great actor. I am very impressed with this heart breaking short film. Its sadness haunts me.

[@AC-he8ln]

bensweiss in Spain horror it's almost always with kids

[@k3nnachu]

Such a bittersweet ending, it really shows how much he loved his mom

[@oneprettybeast4773]

That made me cry omg. That kid is amazing! He needs to be in movies.

[@enigma6592]

Very very good. Hats off for the boy's acting skills!

[@nilou7283]

here's the tea: every short-film on this channel is a masterpiece.

[@mizzteareacts9397]

I’ve liked everyone so far but probably one ! I’ve watched so many!

[@veruschkadahmer1805]

Everyone is talking about the little boy and yes he's incredibly good as an actor, as the mother, but this old neighbor lady ?! She's so good ! She's perfectly depicting how some elders are weird and a bit crazy in a nice way lol. And then, this zombie transformation ! 😱 Grandma is a convincing bloody undead creature

[@gemaramirez9417]

I remember this little guy! He's really good at acting. The story was heartbreaking :(

[@fromamericawithlove6971]

Spoilers!!: This is one of the best horror shorts I have ever seen. It wasn’t cliche, it added unique ideas like the volcano being the cause of the outbreak. So many films try to make you feel empathy for the main character quickly by making it a pregnant woman or go for the dad just trying to take care of everyone cliche but this was such a great angle. In such a short time I felt drawn to the main character and was rooting for him. I hope he continues to pursue acting because he’s very talented. Great film 👍👍👍👍

[@amandachallis5649]

Len Thank You for simple putting, “Spoilers”. The film was incredibly well done. 👍🙏💙

[@zepp8806]

Omg, my best friend is sick and I told her I was gonna come over so we could hang out. Now I don’t wanna go

[@shiane1995]

OMG lmao-- wow

[@basketbomberslackingson4417]

Elara Nova just ask her to alert you to whenever she starts coughing up black liquid. And if she continues to show no signs when you get there but proceeds to cough it up at one point... head on out, simple.

[@AA-ze9wk]

He is also the kid from Childer. He has a bright acting future ahead of him.

[@Aiddertot]

I love this. Absolutely phenomenal. I’m a sucker for zombie films and this is by far my favorite short film in that category, or even horror in general. A combination of fear of the monsters and an overall admiration for the boy and his intelligence, in regards to how he chose to save his mother from himself, made this film a 16 minute masterpiece. Amazing.

[@decomposingdave2902]

I always found it disturbing that the granny zombie was speaking the last words she remembered before she was fully infected her saying little pig little pig let me in was horrifying 13:38

[@wanderhoof8529]

Gobsmacked by how tight the narrative is and how convincing the actors are. A heartbreaking watch, but also absolutely enthralling.

[@masterzoroark6664]

Great short movie. It also broke the trope of small kid getting sick and still opening the door

[@tats763]

Wow. This was so well done. I did like the reversal; the son keeping the door locked to protect his Mom, even with her pleading with him that she doesn't care. Strength of love indeed.

[@brentwhitehorn3624]

Wow that boy was really selfless to the very end and very mature for his age too. The bravest kid I ever known. Great story and very sad too

[@theantichrist5191]

Wow that kid killed it, he did a great job. I hope he continues acting

[@carmencolonortiz6046]

This was terrifying and devastating all at once. Such a absolute beautiful production. This is survival, hope, grief and sacrifice rolled in a horrifying and devastatingly emotional piece. This is my new favorite alter video.

[@RafaelSilvaLivroDorri]

We all know that decision at the end would have never happened in real life. Still, the enticing development of the story, the music and well played roles make us shed some tears when we get to it. Well done.

[@Lifeandstuff]

The little boy is everything

[@johnspencer772]

I will admit to being upset about this one. That youngster has tremendous acting skills already. The love for his 'mum' was played very well. Right to the end. This video was one of the best!!

[@strawberries7714]

Ah, this was sad, ugh my eyes are just sweating I promise.

[@chazconway9578]

😂😂😂 Same

[@groove7854]

Same..

[@djr6876]

This has got to be my favorite short so far. What a brave little soul.

[@CausewayPicturesNI]

Thank you.

[@Jack_Krauzers]

who needs Netflix if we have ALTER?

[@sallyoquinn]

Incredible suspense! I was struggling right along with that young boy (who happens to be a very fine actor). Terror and pathos brilliantly mixed in a short format. Bravo!!!

[@philippkorner8592]

just amazing how yout turned this into a very dark and deep story, loved the acting of the young boy, all in all amazing work!!!

[@mayankgupta550]

This made me cry....this lil guy is such an amazing actor, ..the seperation pain ...the pain of mom of not being able to see her son one last time. damn💔

[@CausewayPicturesNI]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. Please tell your friends.

[@tazeem4297]

The boy is such an amazing actor..His acting skills are on another level❤️

[@Mattattackgames]

I love this. The kid was kind enough to not infect his mother.

[@MissTique247]

Oh wow...i am somewhere between sadness, anger, fear and awe. That little man is QUITE A TALENT! He carried that movie effortlessly...with such grown up emotion in his eyes. I literally was tearing up when I knew he was going to end up getting sick. Brilliant is the only word I have for him...and the movie overall. Thanx for sharing!

[@moved4028]

that little boy did AMAZING!!! he should be in future films!

[@sophianaqvi3697]

Love kids like that little zoran absolutely amazing

[@daniellara5853]

Now this is how you do horror. What a great narrative this film has.

[@markbigelow2608]

That was REALLY good. It took an unexpected turn that really grabbed me. So many would have wanted mommy to make things better. What a brave, noble and loving kid.

[@makatinahat]

Pure artistic gold. Videography, acting, soundtrack and directing are all BRILLIANT!! The boy is the one who knocked the film out of the ballpark.

[@lauramarcq4941]

Wow, the boy was incredible, and yes I was scares for him and then cried.Great film.

[@norbaizurahrashidie9476]

Why did yall do this to me. Bringing tears to my eyes now. Id never see that coming. How dare u ALTER.

[@sharonwolfe5210]

Dammit... That was brutally well done...

[@toniasampley695]

First of all, this little boy is phenomenal! I came here to watch this just because of him, I'd just finished another film of yours called childer and read in the comments he was in this film also. I am so impressed by him!! His acting is so believable and just feels effortless. I hope to see much more of him in the future!! Now to the movie...OMG this was sooo good! Had me scared to death for this kid and then that ending...that had me teary eyed for sure!! All I could think about was my own son and how hard his mom had fought to get back and just wanted to hold him, she didn't care if she got sick. But her sweet son just wanted to protect her!!😭 I would love to see this as a full length feature!!! Great job!💜

[@donniemontoya9300]

That zombie twist always comes out of nowhere, I don't know what I expect going into these short films but its usualy not zombies and when it is, its always suprising. Also the boy is a FANTASTIC actor.

[@WordUnheard]

This is one of the best short films shown on this channel. Excellent acting, all around, and the scares were very effective. The ending even had me tearing up. A lot of emotion, crammed into sixteen minutes!

[@secondhandguru3558]

Oh. my. God. This was fockiing amazing!!

[@brooklyngal6334]

This was amazing!! Perfect as is but I'd love a full-length movie. It's so creative. He was such a brave, good child to try and save his mom like that.

[@miaweber3361]

In the end with the picture and the little boy, you had me crying

[@ms.lilith8905]

This needs to be made into a feature length film. Fantastic

[@xeyanox]

Omg the lil boy is so friggen cute!!! Does he have a page or social media!?

[@THEGeminiSeoul]

@@tiggums I'm guessing since other kids who are celebrities or up and coming ones have a page & it's mostly to see whatever else he's working on..........or they're a pervert

[@donnadodson1772]

What a beautiful child.the ending was so sad

[@Cathras]

I cried a Little when Zoran locked the door and said I’m not safe mom...! Fantastic acting

[@1popcorn44]

These videos always make my day! I just wish they were longer because the actors are great, the ideas are awesome, and the camera work is on point!

[@ZackMoore998]

I am NOT trusting that old lady I haven't watched yet

[@alsi7369]

Same though not even by the hairs of my chins chin chin

[@basketbomberslackingson4417]

Zack Moore well, it isn’t her intentions that you shouldn’t trust at least.

[@tarantulahawk9988]

Same, actually what made me not believe her, is the way how she speaks or something like that

[@elamelina8692]

I'm really crying when the boy not open the door for his mom😞

[@Itsmanila]

This little actor needs his own film. He's amazing. So talented yet underrated.

[@gaymerkitty6240]

This needs to be a full length film. Great job!

[@nathankinglee1363]

Poor Zoran😢😢😢. He is young yet he knows the risk if he let himself out and meet his mum. He wanted his mum to be safe😢😢😢

[@EUMAN1]

Not really sure why, probably the boy's last words, "MOM I love you," but this one shook me! ALTER you are indeed BRILLIANT!!!! Bravo to young Mr. Walford as well.

[@jenniferrodriguez290]

This is a really good film and it actually had me shocked. Because of how good the acting was and how the disease maded everyone turn into zombies.

[@JoannatheSuperFox]

Best Alter I have seen yet! That kid needs to be in movies, best child actor I have seen my whole life !

[@chefyanayano]

This kid actor is sooooooooooooooooooooo good, like wow! Pure talent

[@globus1971]

One of the real stand out films on this channel, lot of tension. Superb acting, that kid was amazing!

[@peacefrog5779]

This is definitely one of the best it deserves an award👍