BEAUTY WITH A DARK HEART
Director: Mol Smith
FILM SYNOPSIS
Beauty with a Dark Heart (2023) is an independent UK short film produced by Onview Films that centers on a mysterious, captivating woman who seeks out a local antique shop owner. Under the pretense of delivering somber news, she reveals her true, supernatural agenda: demanding that the shopkeeper teach her ancient witchcraft so she can gain the power to shape-shift into any beast of her choosing. Combining elements of low-budget thriller, fantasy, and dark magic, the short explores themes of power, hidden desires, and the dangerous consequences of seeking dark, transformative forces.
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR
Mol Smith is a British author, independent filmmaker, and founder of Onview Films, whose artistic vision centers on exploring the dark, supernatural, and enigmatic sides of human nature through genre-bending storytelling. Driven by a commitment to grassroots, atmospheric filmmaking, his vision frequently fuses elements of fantasy, horror, gothic romance, and psychological suspense—often reinterpreting classic folklore, dark magic, and morality tales with a distinct indie sensibility. His notable accomplishments include writing, directing, and producing a prolific slate of indie feature films and shorts (such as Beauty with a Dark Heart, Blood Chess, Abduction, and Superstition), authoring several fiction novels and cartoon collections, and establishing platforms designed to make art and literature accessible to diverse audiences.