Death Wish

This Canadian short film blends comedy, family, and horror elements. Set on Christmas Eve, the story follows a young girl whose most cherished wish is granted through an encounter with Death.

Directed and written by Chad Costen, this production was the first of two films he directed, followed by Mister Sandman in 2025. The cast features Emma Karwandy as Julie and Jeny Cassady as Death, with John Prowse providing the voice for the character of Death. Other roles include William MacDonald as Elvis, Brenda Campbell as the mother, and Guy Lockhart as the father. Produced by Citizen 11 Entertainment and Timo Puolitaipale, the film has a runtime of 11 minutes. It holds a rating of 7.1 on IMDb based on 43 votes.