FREE SCREENING PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE ANU STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION AS PART OF BUSH WEEK 2026: FANTASIA

Desperation leads to absolute terror in this modern, internet-age twist on a classic cautionary tale. Bear (Michael Johnston), a lonely music store employee, desperately wishes for his close friend Nikki (Inde Navarrette) to reciprocate his romantic feelings. His life is irrevocably transformed when he purchases a mysterious supernatural trinket known as the One Wish Willow, which instantly grants his deepest desire. But the initial dream scenario quickly devolves into a gruelling nightmare as Nikki’s affection warps into violent, reality-altering mania, forcing Bear to navigate the horrific, bloody consequences of his own selfishness.

Director Curry Barker transitioned from making viral YouTube sketches to helm this massive cinematic phenomenon. Produced on a modest budget of $750,000 dollars, the independent production became a monumental box office hit, setting numerous records as a rare, profitable original film.