Burnt Portraits follows a popular singer (Sam Crichton), whose naivety lands him in deep trouble as he finds himself in the company of a slightly unusual artist in his dim studio (played by writer/director Leo X. Robertson). Once the singer awakens he quickly hits it off with the artist, forming an unexpected bond despite their differences. However, it's not long until the singer's trustiness sneaks up on him as sinister chaos begins to erupt.

In a story about the lethal effect of casual bigotry, a serial killer systematically murders young gay men whom he meets on dating apps.