THERE’S ONLY ONE WAY
Director: Mol Smith
FILM SYNOPSIS
Written, directed, and produced by Mol Smith for Onview Films, There's Only One Way (2012) is a low-budget psychological short film that delves into themes of desperation, existential choice, and moral crossroads. The narrative centers on a troubled protagonist trapped in a high-stakes, uncompromising dilemma where every potential escape route seems closed off, forcing a confrontation with an inevitable, irreversible decision. Grounded in Smith’s signature guerrilla-style aesthetic, tight framing, and dark, minimalist storytelling, the short captures a brooding, claustrophobic portrait of an individual pushed to the extreme edge of human endurance.
DIRECTOR’S VISION
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.