“The Deep Well” Selected for Zions Indie Film Fest. A Monumental Moment For Alphonse Menyo

It’s official, ‘The Deep Well‘, a hauntingly poignant short film by Ghanaian director Alphonse Menyo, has been selected to screen at the Zions Indie Film Fest 2025. The film is programmed to screen as part of “Short Film Block 2: Strength of the Spirit” on Wednesday, February 25th, 2026.

For Alphonse Menyo, this marks a deeply personal and monumental milestone not just for the film but for the journey it represents. Having played his path in multiple roles on screen over the years, he is steadily taking a dip in the deeper waters of film directing, with ‘The Deep Well‘ being his second film.

With a runtime of 5 minutes only, The Deep Well is a psychological drama that plunges into the quiet depths of the human mind. Told through the eyes of Faris, a man burdened by unresolved guilt and anxiety, the film explores the silent crisis of men’s mental health. Faris is haunted by the death of his mother and the weight of his own perceived failures, trapped in a cycle of depression and self-blame.

The short features a powerful solo performance by Alphonse Menyo himself as Faris, serving a restrained yet emotionally charged character that anchors the film’s meditative tone.

He describes the film as “a journey inward – into the places we avoid, the memories we bury, and the guilt that settles quietly at the bottom of us, like water in a well.” The well itself becomes the film’s central symbol, representing depth, silence, and truth. Through subtle visual language, still water, flickering light, and culturally significant objects, the filmmaker believes he has crafted a narrative that speaks volumes without saying much.

What makes this selection especially meaningful is the festival’s theme: Strength of the Spirit. It’s a perfect match for a film that doesn’t shy away from emotional vulnerability. “The Deep Well is not about despair,” Alphones Menyo added in a statement, “It’s about confrontation and about giving men permission to face what they have been taught to hide.”

The Zions Indie Film Fest, now celebrating its 25th year, is known for spotlighting bold, introspective storytelling. For filmmakers like Alphonse Menyo who attempt to blend symbolism with social commentary, this recognition is a testament to the power of quiet films. The kind that linger long after the credits roll with enough for you to think about.

As The Deep Well prepares to meet its audience, it carries with it not just the weight of grief but the hope of healing. GhMoviefreak.com would bring you more updates on the progress of the film as it enjoys its festival run.