“Deadstream,” directed by Joseph Winter and Vanessa Winter, is a horror-comedy film that follows the story of Shawn Ruddy, a disgraced internet personality known for his extreme and often reckless online stunts. Seeking to regain his fame and followers, Shawn decides to live-stream an overnight stay in a supposedly haunted house, vowing to confront his fears and entertain his audience.

Equipped with cameras and a live-stream setup, Shawn enters the infamous Death Manor, a decaying and eerie mansion with a dark history of death and supernatural occurrences.

His initial bravado and humor quickly give way to genuine terror as he begins to experience bizarre and frightening events. As the night progresses, Shawn encounters malevolent spirits and horrifying manifestations that threaten his sanity and survival.

The film cleverly balances humor and horror, with Shawn’s reactions to the supernatural elements providing comic relief amidst the growing tension. His attempts to maintain control and keep his audience engaged lead to increasingly dangerous situations, revealing the depths of his desperation for validation and popularity.

“Deadstream” uses the found-footage style to immerse viewers in Shawn’s harrowing experience, capturing his terror and the escalating chaos in real-time. The film critiques the extremes of social media culture, highlighting the risks and consequences of seeking fame at any cost. Through its blend of scares and satire, “Deadstream” delivers a thrilling and darkly humorous commentary on the intersection of internet fame and horror.