Cry of Fear

The events unfold in a modern urban timeframe, with cars, phones, and contemporary infrastructure shaping the nightmarish journey. Nightlife and industrial cityscapes serve as the backdrop for a psychological thriller. The story's pace and tech cues suggest a present-day setting.

Set in a dark, modern Stockholm that gradually morphs into nightmarish locations. The city unfolds across alleys, a decaying apartment block, a haunting subway system, a remote forest, and an eerie asylum. The shifting settings mirror Simon's fractured psyche as he searches for a way home.

🧠 Trauma

The narrative uses monstrous imagery to externalize Simon's inner wounds from the car crash and hospital experiences. The city becomes a canvas where fear and guilt surface as tangible threats. The reveal that much of the story may be a product of imagination reframes trauma as a coping mechanism.

🔍 Reality vs Illusion

Simon's world blurs between what seems real and what exists only in his mind, driven by the cryptic doctor and his memories. The environment shifts in ways that challenge reliability and perception. The twist underscores the fragility of what we call 'real'.

🌌 Isolation

Across vast, empty spaces—dark streets, desolate stations, and the forest—Simon confronts profound loneliness. Interactions with others are fraught and elusive, heightening the sense of separation from everyone around him. The journey becomes as much an inward voyage as a physical trek.