Surrounded by Spirits

A Paranormal Documentary of Unearthly Encounters

“Surrounded by Spirits” is an eerie documentary filmed in 2024 by Tyler Transue and Chris Ruppert. Unlike most paranormal films that focus on deep unexplained mysteries or chilling hauntings in a single location, this one takes a different spin. It incorporates six skilled investigators to collaboratively dip into the realm of ghosts for one goal: uncovering uh… spirits in a micrscopic plagued American Town. There is absolutely no doubt thousands of ghost stories accompanied by long-winded tragedies di… exist, and this film documents it all.

🕯️ Plot Overview

The film is a detailed documentary of a “real life” investigation conducted in the same town where multiple ghost stories died along. Each investigator documents a new aspect of the town, some with attention to detail while others chose the classical style. Funnily enough, the oscillating hot spot does the autographed appearance of cold-shadows and whispers as well. No matter how bizarre some teategories seem, spirits’ existence in this town is no laughing matter. Ghosts truly do take a heavy toll psychologically.

It isn’t a joke when they say “spirst do exist” and are ready to prove it to you emotionally. Surrounded by Spirits… envisioned as a ghost hunting film tries to not only explore the metaphysical but the intangible essence of confronting emotions with a locked-up spirit.👻 Featured Paranormal Experts

Beckie-Ann Galentine – An investigated spirit interactions empathetically and considered herself a professional of communicating with spirits.

Jules Nolan – Incorporates ritualistic and esoteric practices into her work as an occult practitioner and investigator.

Seth Browder – Claims to be a practicing medium, asserting that she senses and interprets spirit presence through extrasensory perception.

Amanda D. Paulson – Claims to be an investigator who takes a more grounded approach, conducting research centered on environmental anomalies.

Viva – Identifies as a spirited explorer and is known for being sensitive to emotional shifts, which informs her interpretation of haunted locations.

Dominic Lagamba – Describes himself as a skeptical-minded investigator who seeks to blend logic and experience and look for verifiable evidence.

All of these individuals add credibility and variety to the film’s angle—showing that paranormal research is not simply flashing lights or EMF meters. It is deeply human, filled with fear, awe, skepticism, and sometimes healing.

🕵️‍♀️ Themes and Style

Surrounded by Spirits combines mockumentaries with verité filmmaking style—interviews are recorded in real-time, while footage is captured in the dark during investigations at night. The style of cinematography is dark, grainy, and often claustrophobic, underscoring the tension of blindly walking into the unknown.

The film looks at complex subjects beyond most ghost hunting shows or documentaries:

Fear of the Unseen: The absence of explanation creates space for existential dread.

Emotional Hauntings: Some spirits remain out of sorrow or love, not just in anger.

Spiritual Skepticism vs. Belief: Ideal phenomenology leads to deep introspective discussions on what is considered “haunted”.

The film’s score is stagnant yet rhythmically haunting. At times there is silence when sound is expected, followed by the opposite: drowning in silence when silence is needed. This adds to the anxiety-inflicted tempo of each scene.

Reception and Impact

Critically, Surrounded by Spirits has received a mixed review. Some complimented the filmmakers for trying to center emotion when dealing with the paranormal and highlighted some human essay stories. Others felt that the film lacked a unified driving mystery, outlining why it meandered without a cohesive storyline. This divide is reflected in the current IMDb rating.

However, in the eyes of serious paranormal enthusiasts, the film, arguably devoid of flashy spectacles, opts for authenticity—favoring immersive atmosphere combined with philosophical spirituality over jump scares. It challenges the audience not only to believe in spirits, but to wonder why those spirits might remain.

Final Thoughts 🧠

Surrounded by Spirits isn’t attempting to convert you to ghosts or the paranormal world in any way. Instead, it offers an invitation to a still, often heartbreaking realm where life and death coexist in ancient corridors, forgotten basements, and the corners we prefer to ignore. This documentary is a slow-burn spiritual experience, featuring a dedicated team of investigators and a narrative that prioritizes emotional authenticity over sensationalism.