Sludge

Sludge is a Canadian production that blends comedy, drama, and horror. The story follows a young woman who struggles to achieve self-acceptance. This internal conflict is visualized through a physical confrontation with a monster from the swamp, which serves as a personification of her inner demons.

The short film was written and directed by Molly Cole and produced by Nathalie Shnider. It was created through Toronto Metropolitan University and features a cast including Erika Swayze as Reba, Tom Shoshani as Marcus, Cristian Kawa as Danny, and Tom Cappodoccia as the title character. The film premiered on May 3, 2024, with a total runtime of 13 minutes.