Circle of Eight
Jessica moves into a loft on the eighth floor of a Los Angeles apartment building called The Dante. The other tenants all seem friendly at first, but when she starts witnessing horrible deaths, she must team up with her neighbor Evan (Doom) to solve the mystery -- and uncover her own connection to the place.
Why it matters
A locked-room supernatural mystery that blends atmospheric dread with a creeping sense of urban isolation.
- Built around a claustrophobic apartment building setting, tapping into the classic “haunted residence” trope with a modern, indie twist.
- Strong chemistry between Jessica and Evan anchors the escalating paranoia and mystery.
- Practical effects and subtle gore serve the story without overwhelming the mood — a welcome balance in a 2009 indie horror.
- For fans of paranoid, puzzle-box hauntings like *The Tenant* or *The Haunting of Hill House*’s quieter moments, this one rewards patience and attention.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
0
Slow Burn
66
Psychological
14
Supernatural
40
Creature
0
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
0
Survival
17
