Campfire Radio Theater – “Abduction at Willow Woods”
We present a psychological thriller that marks a slight departure from our usual ghosts and ghouls. “Abduction at Willow Woods” is a sci-fi mystery recorded in binaural 3D sound, meaning for the full “ear movie” experience, headphones are highly recommended.
Written by our resident alien scribe John Ballentine, this episode invites you to keep one eye on the night sky, for you never know who, or what, might be watching.
The Story: Lost Secrets
“The conspiracy minded had quickly sewn rumors of extraterrestrial visitation and alien abduction since not a trace of those missing had ever been found.”
Harland County was notorious for two seemingly unrelated events: the tragic disappearance of seven young people thirty years ago, and the simultaneous appearance of lights in the sky. Now, two old friends, Sam and Ben, revisit the wooded site of that otherworldly encounter to unearth secrets that were buried decades ago.
But as they dig deeper into their shared past, they discover that the darkness they fear may not come from the stars, but from within.
Listener Response
Listeners praised “Abduction at Willow Woods” for subverting expectations, blending science fiction with psychological horror.
- “An alien story with some true human terror.”
- “This one went somewhere I wasn’t expecting.”
- “Love the binaural experience. Truly an ear movie.”
Warning: Contains explicit language and frightening situations.
Cast and Crew
Written, directed and produced by John Ballentine.
Co-directed by Blaine Hicklin.
The Cast:
- Blaine Hicklin
- John Ballentine
- Patrick Bazile
- Teresa Ballentine
- Rick Prewitt
- Doug Hogate Jr
Music by Kevin Hartnell.
Special Thanks:
- Overlook Hotel Records
- Patrick Bazile Voice Talent
- Paradelphia Radio
Running Time: 31:53
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