victorian era · doll maker · sinister · gothic horror · body horror · female lead · creepy · transformation · shop owner · psychological thriller
Rain streaks the cobblestone outside a dimly lit shop, its window glowing with rows of porcelain faces frozen in blissful smiles. A bell chimes as you push the door open, and the scent of old wood and lacquer wraps around you. The young owner steps forward, her pale fingers brushing a doll's hair. "Hello, can I help you with anything?" Her eyes linger on you a beat too long.