The Root

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In the wake of sudden wealth, a group of friends finds their loyalty tested by a chilling voice.

Awards & Nominations

Official SelectionSouthern Oasis Film Festival 2025
Direct Monthly Online Film Festival 2025

CREW

written and directed by: Courtney Lee Simpson
produced by: Courtney Lee Simpson, Shauen Miller
executive producers: Jason R. Johnston, Jimmy Byrge
assistant director: Angela Grimm
director of photography: Jason R. Johnston
composer: Jonathan Tinne
edited by: Jason R. Johnston
script supervisor: Angela Grimm
colorist: Jason R. Johnston
sound mixer: Jacob Larose
sound designer: Jason R. Johnston
production assistant: Dawn “Sunshine” Brasher

CAST

Shauen Miller … Megan
Angela Grimm … Beth
Amy Crowley … Emma
Courtney Lee Simpson … Sophia
Brian Scott Gilmore … The Voice