Foundation Degree Creative Media Students Film Horror Short Film Aboard SS Freshspring
Our talented Foundation Degree Creative Media students brought chills to the historic SS Freshspring, as they transformed the moored vessel into the eerie setting of their latest short film, Chasing Shadows.
The film follows amateur ghost hunters who set out to fake a paranormal investigation, only to discover that some spirits refuse to be fooled.
The students, working both in front of and behind the camera, transformed the iconic steamship into a haunted setting where their story of deception and dread unfolds. As the crew’s tricks give way to real terror and members begin to disappear, the ghost hunt takes a chilling turn.
Filming on location aboard the SS Freshspring added an authentic sense of history and atmosphere to the production. Student director, Joel, commented, “We wanted to create a unique horror experience that plays with perception and reality. The ship itself is full of character, and its history adds an extra layer of mystery to our film. It’s been an exciting yet challenging process, but we can’t wait to share the final result.”
With narrow, dim passageways and the creaking of the historic vessel, Chasing Shadows promises an unsettling blend of maritime history and supernatural horror. The students plan to premiere the film later this year, offering audiences a glimpse into the haunted world they’ve created—one where ghost stories may not be as fictional as they seem.
