In the unsettling horror short Tick, director Hill VanDuzee crafts a taut, nerve-wracking experience that burrows under the skin. The story follows a small, isolated group, including the characters portrayed by Weston Bradley, Priya Hildebrand, and Susan Jeansonne, as they confront an insidious and growing threat. What begins as a minor, almost dismissible irritation quickly escalates into a visceral nightmare, forcing each person to confront their deepest fears and primal survival instincts. The central conflict hinges on a relentless, parasitic presence that turns a simple outdoor excursion into a desperate fight for control. With a runtime of just thirteen minutes, the film masterfully builds an atmosphere of creeping dread and claustrophobic tension, refusing to offer easy explanations or safe harbor. As the boundaries between the physical and the psychological begin to blur, the group must decide who they can trust, and what they are willing to sacrifice to escape the ever-tightening grip of what is hunting them.