2023 Festival Film Guide
2023 Films
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A Good Scream
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An aspiring voice over actress gives it her all when she gets the chance to work with a famous horror director and will stop at nothing to give a good performance, much to the chagrin of her neighbors.
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A Paw Over Dark
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A washed up actor performs night after night in a grimy theater to a nearly empty audience. However, everything changes when a clueless dog jumps on stage.
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A State Of
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An agoraphobic apartment manager, who struggles with intense hypochondriasis, must fight for his life after he witnesses a grisly murder just outside his window.
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Abominations
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A dark infatuation begins to fracture the bond between a man and his unsightly creature.
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After Hours
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When a man arrives at a secluded cabin in the desert to meet his best friend, he finds his friend is missing but quickly realizes he is not alone.
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All-Nighter
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With graduation quickly approaching, Andy must face his fears or sacrifice his sanity for society.
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ALONE TOGETHER
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A stylized horror/thriller with supernatural and psychological threads tying together a socially conscious story of abuse and control within a relationship, all culminating in bloody liberation.
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Assimilation
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After the death of her best friend, Liz attends Julie's funeral gathering where strange events begin to occur.
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At the Window
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A girl looks out over a snow-covered garden where everything lie eeriely still. Behind her her mother lies sick in bed. Suddenly the mother's dark dream starts to take form in the garden. A hybrid of stop mation and live action, based on a horror poem by Helen Adam.
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Bad Vibrations
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Detective Thomas 'Bob' Roberts is on the trail of a murderer. Hoping to make a deal, he travels to a forgotten corner of the English coastline to meet Singer, a beguiling young woman with a dark secret. But as Bob sits down in the remote cafe to discuss terms with his mysterious foe, he is about to learn that his quarry has more than a way with words. In fact, the conversation Bob is about to have could, quite literally, blow his mind.
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BATSHIT CRAZY
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Often targeted for their East Asian or 'Chinese' looks, racism is an ugly fact of life for the Northeasterners of India. In Batshit Crazy, a Northeastern young man runs into a bunch of racist junkies on a lonesome night in the Covid pandemic. But little do both know that they'd end up getting more than they ever bargained for.
Based on a story by Andhadun Co-writer Arijit Biswas with Telugu dialogues by filmmaker Venkat Ramji and directed by Yogesh Chandekar (Writer of Andhadhun and Monica, O my darling).
Based on a story by Andhadun Co-writer Arijit Biswas with Telugu dialogues by filmmaker Venkat Ramji and directed by Yogesh Chandekar (Writer of Andhadhun and Monica, O my darling).
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VOGELKOOI / BIRDCAGE
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Nurse Marielle watches in horror as her senior doctor injects poison in a boy with supernatural powers. A measure that seemed necessary after the death of one of their staff. After the doctor informs Marielle that also Patient 76 will be put to "˜sleep', she rushes off to save her favorite patient.
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Bleeding
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Jesús is a 15-year-old boy who dreams of recording a homemade horror movie, starring Lara, his platonic love. The odds seem decisively stacked against him. An overprotective and extremely religious mother, classmates who bully him and a strange disease that forces him to use a wheelchair all stand in his way. But on Halloween night, they will all become part of his macabre film.
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Bloody Groom
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Moishi is desperately in-love with Ruchela, a young woman whose previous husbands have all died. Moishi runs away from his parents, who are angry at his decision, straight into the hands of Haim the butcher, who turns out to be the devil himself. Haim, the devil, who turns out to be a romantic character, tries to understand why Moishi insists on marrying Ruchela. If Moishi sticks to his decision, Haim will have to kill him.
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Bookworm (Ratón de Biblioteca)
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Spain, 1979. Irene is a budding writer obsessed with the ethereal ghost haunting the library where she works, its presence looming ominously over every page she writes.
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botox fiction
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The story takes place in the distant future. In a world with an extremely and egocentric system, which promotes appearances, glory and power. power. A world where human beings have no limit in their greed.
Children are born in specific cycles defined by social status and are raised with one goal in mind... To increase the life expectancy of their parents who want to stay young and beautiful for eternity. But this is not without consequences. The operation must be repeated, because every twenty years, the body dies again, little by little, and the skin inevitably begins to rot.
Children are born in specific cycles defined by social status and are raised with one goal in mind... To increase the life expectancy of their parents who want to stay young and beautiful for eternity. But this is not without consequences. The operation must be repeated, because every twenty years, the body dies again, little by little, and the skin inevitably begins to rot.
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Brenda and Billy (and the Pothos Plant)
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After an incident involving a pothos plant, a frying pan and a flower pot leaves their mother for dead, estranged siblings (Santino Fontana and Sarah Stiles) come back together to figure out what to do with the body in this post-pandemic dark comedy.
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Cannibal Mukbang
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An introverted nerd finds himself dangerously deep inside the crazy world of mukbanging after he falls head over heels for a mysterious woman.
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El Cristo de la Calavera
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Based on the spanish folk-horror tale by Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer (a Spanish romantic author), the film tells the story of two knights, a lady, and a mystery.
Set in 13th-century Toledo (Spain), the two friends, Lope Sandoval and Alonso de Carrillo, engage in a deadly duel at midnight for the love of Inés de Tordesillas. The darkness that surrounds them in the forest is almost absolute, with only the light of a lantern illuminating the fight. Supernatural forces and inexplicable events will determine the fate of those involved in a night of horror, where the best and worst of human nature converge.
Set in 13th-century Toledo (Spain), the two friends, Lope Sandoval and Alonso de Carrillo, engage in a deadly duel at midnight for the love of Inés de Tordesillas. The darkness that surrounds them in the forest is almost absolute, with only the light of a lantern illuminating the fight. Supernatural forces and inexplicable events will determine the fate of those involved in a night of horror, where the best and worst of human nature converge.
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CRAWLERS
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In a near-future world grappling with crippling water scarcity and the emergence of demonic "Crawlers," a family of three, led by the determined mother, navigates the treacherous wasteland, desperately searching for both water and safety.
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Darkface
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Legend has it that during a cold January night, Darkface wanders the streets of a remote village. Little Carla wakes up frightened in the middle of the night. Her older brother, Lucas, tries to reassure her and convince her that Darkface does not exist.
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Dear David
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Shortly after comic artist Adam (Augustus Prew) responds to Internet trolls, he begins experiencing sleep paralysis "” while an empty rocking chair moves in the corner of his apartment. As he chronicles increasingly malevolent occurrences in a series of tweets, Adam begins to believe he is being haunted by the ghost of a dead child named David. Encouraged by his boss to continue the "Dear David" thread, Adam starts to lose his grip on what is online...and what is real. Based on the viral Twitter thread by BuzzFeed comic artist Adam Ellis.
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Dear Santa
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When a woman finds a letter that she wrote to Santa asking to be just like the girl who lives next door, she just may get what she asked for.
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THE DEEP DARK
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Miners are forced to take a professor underground with them, to take samples for his measurements. After a landslide prevents them from going back up, they discover a crypt from another time, unknowingly waking up a bloodthirsty creature.
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Departing Seniors
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After an act of bullying sends kind but awkward high school senior Javier to the hospital, he begins having psychic visions that reveal the horrifying truth behind a rash of supposed suicides at his school. It is now up to him and his sarcastic best friend Bianca to unmask a serial killer who's targeting his classmates before it's too late.
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The Dinner Game
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Tucker, a wandering stranger on the hunt for his next con accepts an unexpected dinner invitation from an elderly couple in search of the perfect party guest for their granddaughter, Rusty. Always on the lookout for his next adventure, Tucker accepts their offer and enters the family's mysterious world. From their enthusiastic welcoming to the slightly sinister atmosphere, nothing inside this house is what he expected. His casual adventure morphs into an irresistible quest upon meeting Rusty, the woman of the hour.
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Dissociation
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Based on an H.P. Lovecraft horror classic, "Dissociation" is a psychological horror film that follows The Genealogist, a determined researcher driven by insatiable curiosity. As she delves into the history of a family that vanished over a century ago, she uncovers more than she bargained for. A dangerous encounter with a mysterious old man forces her to confront the disturbing depths of her own psyche and the dire consequences of her relentless pursuit. This adaptation of "The Picture In The House" is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat with its heart-pounding plot and haunting atmosphere.
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Diversion (Politics of)
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On the trail of a serial killer, a police investigator with formidable instincts is close to the goal when his superior interferes in his case.
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Do Not Watch
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“Do Not Watch” is a cautionary tale of madness that is told through the lens of an unseen Editor, who has constructed this film that unveils the events surrounding the disappearance of a post-production crew and the growing darkness that drove them insane. A decades-spanning mystery is interwoven across three timelines: a present day documentary; several missing person cases; and scientific research footage from old VHS tapes.
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Drawn
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A widower and his young daughter fend off a predatory land speculator by any means necessary in this psychological thriller set on a dying ranch in the Southwest. With shifting points of view and a twisting power structure, the story delves deep into our perception of control, unraveling a family mystery that spawns eerie tension, abducts our expectations of good and evil, and draws us in to a shocking reveal.
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Eight Eyes
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When Cass begins to hear voices while backpacking with her husband Gav through former Yugoslavia, she attributes it to travel stress and cracks appearing in her new marriage. However, when the couple embarks on an unplanned sight seeing expedition with a mysterious local named Saint Peter, Cass quickly suspects that his promises to give them an "authentic" tour of his homeland conceal a much darker purpose. When Gav goes missing, Cass soon finds herself dragged into an increasingly paranoid web of manipulation and murder from which even death offers no escape.
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Empire V
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Set in modern-day Moscow, “Empire V” is a metaphysical vampire story and a reflection of a world ruled by the cult of beauty, money and blood. A completely original take on the age-old genre while employing ground-breaking visual effects to portray an unknowable level of reality. A dark satire on contemporary culture and global capitalism and a universal coming of age story of an average young man challenged by a Faustian gift of power and knowledge, forced to make his way in a post-moral world.
Based on a novel by Russia's leading contemporary writer Victor Pelevin.
“This is the MATRIX of vampire cinema.” – FANGORIA
“...the action of Nightwatch with the philosophical underpinnings of The Matrix sequels” - BLOODY DISGUSTING
One of Empire V’s most rewarding elements is its constant debunking of vampire lore.” ScreenDaily
“…bold visuals and careful balance of intellectual rigor and hedonistic entertainment.”
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Based on a novel by Russia's leading contemporary writer Victor Pelevin.
“This is the MATRIX of vampire cinema.” – FANGORIA
“...the action of Nightwatch with the philosophical underpinnings of The Matrix sequels” - BLOODY DISGUSTING
One of Empire V’s most rewarding elements is its constant debunking of vampire lore.” ScreenDaily
“…bold visuals and careful balance of intellectual rigor and hedonistic entertainment.”
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Faceless After Dark
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Following her breakout success as the star of a killer clown horror flick, Bowie now finds herself struggling to capitalize on its success. But when she is suddenly held hostage by an unhinged fan posing as that same killer clown, horror becomes her reality as she fights to survive the night and escape before he completes his sinister plan to recreate the film's fatal plot.
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Facies
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Spain, 1692. The Spanish Inquisition is in decline, and as a result, their followers are more ruthless than ever. One of the inquisitors has been trying to find the perfect torture device for years. He wishes to inflict pure pain and show the world the horrible consequences of following the Devil. He might be able to thanks to “The Demeanour”, a horrific torture chair created by his engineer. However, the engineer’s daughter Elena has different plans…
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The Final Mission 2060
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AI wreaks havoc in 2060, Yuguang Zhou was an energy-seeking soldier for interstellar immigration. He only wanted to retire after completing this final mission so that his family could take advantage of priority immigration privileges, but that mission seems to have begun since he enlisted. This film is adapted from Taiwanese comic, based on the Allegory of the Cave in Plato's "The Republic" as an idea, to weave the thrilling imagination of future sci-fi animation.
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Flashpoint
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A man keeping watch at the end of the world sees something which convinces him he might be on the wrong side. A post-apocalyptic horror set short exploring themes of loyalty and how far you would go to bring back someone you once loved.
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Forgive & Forget
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Morgan and Brian's volatile relationship takes a dark and unexpected turn after an argument. As Morgan frantically tries to help him and escape the grasp of a malevolent force, she must confront the darkness that has taken hold of their lives and confront the truth about their relationship.
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FREE BENCH MUST PICK UP TODAY
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A young couple pay an unexpected price for bringing home a free piece of furniture.
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Friday the 13th Part II
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Return to the eerie realm of Camp Crystal Lake! Five years have passed since the terrifying events of the original film, but the nightmares are far from over. As a nearby summer camp readies to open its doors, the ominous legend of Jason Voorhees casts a chilling shadow over the proceedings.
'Friday the 13th' Part II takes you on a nerve-wracking journey as the legacy of Jason Voorhees looms large. The suspense is palpable, and the fear is real as camp counselors and eager campers confront the sinister specter of the masked killer.
In this terrifying sequel, the stakes are higher, the scares are more intense, and the anticipation is electrifying. Don't miss your chance to experience the next chapter in this iconic horror saga. Join us for a night of thrills and suspense as we unlock the secrets of Camp Crystal Lake once again" on Friday the 13th!
1981 Rated R
'Friday the 13th' Part II takes you on a nerve-wracking journey as the legacy of Jason Voorhees looms large. The suspense is palpable, and the fear is real as camp counselors and eager campers confront the sinister specter of the masked killer.
In this terrifying sequel, the stakes are higher, the scares are more intense, and the anticipation is electrifying. Don't miss your chance to experience the next chapter in this iconic horror saga. Join us for a night of thrills and suspense as we unlock the secrets of Camp Crystal Lake once again" on Friday the 13th!
1981 Rated R
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Friday the 13th Part III in 3D
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The legendary and relentless killer, Jason Voorhees, once again haunts the ominous shores of Crystal Lake. A group of unsuspecting friends embarks on a weekend getaway to a secluded cabin, but what they don't realize is that their peaceful retreat is about to become a nightmarish battleground.
This movie promises an unforgettable cinematic experience in the 3rd dimension that will have you on the edge of your seat.
1982 Rated R
This movie promises an unforgettable cinematic experience in the 3rd dimension that will have you on the edge of your seat.
1982 Rated R
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Full Moon
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Mikey's girlfriend, Sandra, is throwing him a surprise birthday party. Problem is, it's a full moon night - and he's a werewolf. Mikey's done a good job of keeping his secret so far, but he also loves Sandra and doesn't want to hurt her. Will he risk revealing his dark secret to her before time runs out?
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The Good Mother
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In the grip of a pandemic and her own unraveling mind, a mother descends into a nightmarish obsession with cleanliness as she becomes consumed by fears of the virus infiltrating her home. Her desperation to protect and keep her children safe begin to manifest in horrifying ways.
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The Gourd, The Brad, and The Ghostly
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After causing a Halloween pumpkin accident, Brad's guilty conscience begins to haunt him as he takes the elevator down to the scene of the crime. Is this elevator taking him to the lobby... or straight to hell?
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Greed & Gore
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Five criminals pick the wrong safehouse to lay low after robbing a bank.
Synopsis expanded: After a bank robbery doesn't go exactly as planned, a crew of five pick a last minute safehouse to lay low with their take and a hostage. But the safehouse isn't so safe... Greed & Gore, a film by Adam Kirkey, is a mash of horror and thriller, with practical effects that will please all genre fans. It stars Julie Mainville (Butchers, The Good Doctor), Krishan Dutt (The Boys), Matthew Bell (Curse of the Anti-Quenched), Monica Zelak (Curse of the Anti-Quenched, Chronicles of Blood, The Enigma), and breakout stars Curt Derosier and Nick Dewolfe.
Synopsis expanded: After a bank robbery doesn't go exactly as planned, a crew of five pick a last minute safehouse to lay low with their take and a hostage. But the safehouse isn't so safe... Greed & Gore, a film by Adam Kirkey, is a mash of horror and thriller, with practical effects that will please all genre fans. It stars Julie Mainville (Butchers, The Good Doctor), Krishan Dutt (The Boys), Matthew Bell (Curse of the Anti-Quenched), Monica Zelak (Curse of the Anti-Quenched, Chronicles of Blood, The Enigma), and breakout stars Curt Derosier and Nick Dewolfe.
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The Green Ribbon
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Sorority girl Brittany is desperate to be the hottest girl on campus, so when she learns about an occult book said to contain a spell promising to make her the most beautiful girl in the world, she becomes hell-bent on retrieving it. Together with her friend MJ, Brittany ventures inside an abandoned house to find the book - the same house once inhabited by Jane, the mysterious girl with a green ribbon around her neck...
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The Handbook
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Two Latter-day Saint missionaries bring a Book of Mormon to the home of a wicked lady.
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Hello No One
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HELLO NO ONE follows a callous identity thief plagued by hypnotic visions and strange phone calls. As she becomes increasingly unhinged, bits of her own identity begin to disappear.
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Hidden Mother
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Eleanor, a 19th century business woman, arrives at the family estate of her latest client where she discovers a deeply unsettling secret. As the story of this troubled family reveals itself, Eleanor involuntarily becomes entangled, and will have to play a crucial part in its conclusion. Eleanor is forced into a moral dilemma: will she act out of fear, or will she do the honorable thing?
Hidden Mother is a psychological horror set in England during the heyday of the Victorian era. Class society held the country in its grip. The average Briton had only one goal: to achieve the highest social status in order to be able to lead a bearable life. There was no room for others on that path. After all, charity and neighborly care could easily get in the way of personal ambition.
The film deals with themes surrounding post natal depression, class society, the patriarchy, and a remarkable historical phenomenon called hidden mother photography.
Hidden Mother is a psychological horror set in England during the heyday of the Victorian era. Class society held the country in its grip. The average Briton had only one goal: to achieve the highest social status in order to be able to lead a bearable life. There was no room for others on that path. After all, charity and neighborly care could easily get in the way of personal ambition.
The film deals with themes surrounding post natal depression, class society, the patriarchy, and a remarkable historical phenomenon called hidden mother photography.
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Hide Behind
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A couple's tryst in the woods takes an unexpected and deadly turn when they find themselves hunted by a vicious monster with a terrifying ability to hide behind any object.
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HIGH FUN
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Plagued by depression and loneliness, a desperate young man seeks the one vice that may not solve all his problems but can at least numb or distract him for a while. Set against the background of the death of an Indian film star due to drug overdose and the following moral policing on national news during the peak of covid19 in India, High Fun (commonly known as 'Party and Play' or 'Chemsex' in the west) is a queer-themed horror film about living with your demons.
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Howl At the Dead
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When a family moves into a haunted house, their loyal pet dog struggles to protect them from the malevolent ghosts that only animals can see.
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Juliette Wasn't Invited Tonight
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A high-school teen finds herself spending her Saturday night alone in her bedroom...
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The Kindness of Strangers
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Two girlfriends pick up a traumatized woman near the scene of an accident. But something isn't right about their passenger and soon the good Samaritans are trapped in a nightmare ride they'll never forget.
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Lands Of Steel
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A CGI-animated short film about genocide through the eyes of a mindless robot, set in an apocalyptic world.
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Last Words
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When two hikers become separated in the wilderness, they must follow the sound of each other's voices to survive.
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LOAB
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Based on true events, a spiraling female software programmer accidentally unleashes a sinister entity after using AI-generated graphic design to complete a project proposal. Her life descends into chaos as the figure, Loab, manifests from the depths of the AI subconscious to infiltrate her devices and, eventually, her mind.Based on true events, a spiraling female software programmer accidentally unleashes a sinister entity after using AI-generated graphic design to complete a project proposal. Her life descends into chaos as the figure, Loab, manifests from the depths of the AI subconscious to infiltrate her devices and, eventually, her mind.
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Locked In
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A nursing temp named Lisa is hired to care for an elderly woman who suffers from locked-in syndrome, a rare condition which has left the poor woman completely paralyzed aside from the ability to move her eyes. The woman's son explains these circumstances to Lisa before he leaves for the evening, assuring her that "Mother" will be quite easy to attend to, given her state. At first, this appears to be true, but as the evening progresses, strange events occur that suggest Mother may not be as helpless as her son lets on. This culminates in the appearance of a swaying, hunched figure in the backyard. As Lisa approaches, she sees that the figure looks just like Mother. It chases her into the house, and she barricades herself in Mother's bedroom, only to discover - Mother, still in bed, unmoving. Lisa begins to question how locked-in Mother really is.
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The Looming
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"The Looming" is a horrific glimpse into aging and the fear of being forgotten by those we love. The film follows the story of Chester, a 70-year-old man who begins hearing strange noises in his home. Although Chester seeks help from his daughter and coworkers, they dismiss his concerns. But when Luna, the home audio assistant, detects the sounds, Chester realizes that it has not all been in his head. As Chester finally finds the source of the sounds, he's in for the biggest surprise of all.
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Loop Track
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Seeking peace and quiet, highly anxious Ian sets off on a multi-day hike through the New Zealand bush. His solitude is interrupted by other exuberant hikers - Nicky, Monica, and Austin - as well as his overactive mind. As the walkers head deeper into the wilderness, Ian becomes convinced that someone, or something, is following them through the trees. This presence reveals itself when the hikers are at their most isolated, plunging the party into a bloody fight for survival.
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Lord of Misrule
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Rebecca Holland (Tuppence Middleton) has recently taken over as vicar of a rural English village. When her young daughter Grace (Evie Templeton) goes missing at the local festival, the villagers and local police join in a desperate search. However, the closer they edge towards finding Grace, the more secrets emerge from the village's dark past. Soon, Rebecca must decide just how much she is willing to sacrifice to rescue her daughter from the grip of evil.
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LUNA
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Ismael sweeps the floor of an amusement park. On the floor, a crumpled sheet of paper with a photo of a missing girl stands out above the rest of the trash. A woman nervously asks if she has seen her daughter and Ismael tells her that she hasn't.
Ismael drives down a dark road. In the back of the van, separated by a fence, a girl can be seen. She is Luna, the missing daughter. Ismael has kidnapped her, but Luna tells him that her mother doesn't let him go out at night. Suddenly Luna seems to transform into a creature with superhuman strength. Frightened Ismael crashes into a tree. Ismael is defenseless against Luna. Nothing has turned out as Ismael expected.
Ismael drives down a dark road. In the back of the van, separated by a fence, a girl can be seen. She is Luna, the missing daughter. Ismael has kidnapped her, but Luna tells him that her mother doesn't let him go out at night. Suddenly Luna seems to transform into a creature with superhuman strength. Frightened Ismael crashes into a tree. Ismael is defenseless against Luna. Nothing has turned out as Ismael expected.
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Meadowville
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A photographer finds himself in the "Bermuda triangle of the Rockies."
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Midnight Snack
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Muffy takes a last minute babysitting job that seems like any other -- until she realizes she's trapped in the house with something unspeakably evil.
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Mimi The Prince of Darkness
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Mimì is an orphaned teenager born with deformed feet who works at a pizzeria in Naples. One fateful day, he meets Carmilla, a young girl convinced she is a descendant of Count Dracula. Together, they decide to escape the cynical and violent world they live in.
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Lanbroa (Mist)
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Father and daughter live in an isolated, inhospitable forest, terrified by a mist that emerges from between the trees and that has a devastating effect on the minds and bodies of all living things. While they try and protect themselves, the mist grows closer and closer.
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Mr. Crocket
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A hyperactive young boy pushes his mom over the edge by continuously playing an old VHS tape of children's television host Mr. Crocket.
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Mud on My Shoes
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Narrated by horror legend Doug Bradley (Hellraiser), Mud on My Shoes is a stop-motion adaptation of a childhood nightmare based off the poem of the same name from author Count D.'s book, "All My Friends Are Creeps". The short combines the world of practical miniature sets with poetry to submerge viewers in a visceral retelling of a boy navigating his fears in a surreal dreamscape.
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MY MOTHER'S EYES
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Both Hitomi and her daughter Eri are cellists. One day, they are involved in a traffic accident and Hitomi loses her sight. She wears camera-equipped contact lenses and Eri, injured and hospitalized, wears VR goggles, and the two share one vision.
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My Zone (Mi Zona)
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Paula is coming back home from a party when suddenly her car breaks down. It's midday and she is in the middle of the desert waiting for someone to help her.
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Mysteries of the Desert
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"On August 6th 2020, Lula Samm stopped by the side of the road to aid a stranded motorist. She was never seen again." -Palm Desert Tribune, 2023
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Nash
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Isolated on a remote goat farm, nine-year-old Nash is determined to find the monster that killed his mother, but his father, George, is equally determined to stop him. Nash only has until nightfall to outmaneuver his dad before the danger returns to terrorize them all.
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The New Girl
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On her first day at a new school, Angel gets more than she bargained for when she attracts the attention of "˜it' girl Grace and her group of friends, who invite her to join their mysterious after-school club.
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Night-Gaunts
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A traveler is snatched away on a monstrous voyage in this handmade puppet horror film based on the poem by H.P. Lovecraft.
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Night of the Bride
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A young woman's cry for help falls on deaf ears as a family holds her hostage. Keen on getting their only son married, who has "˜chosen' her as the one, the family is willing to go to any lengths to fulfill his wish and unite them forever. As the gagged and bound bride is dragged in for the ceremony, the events take an even more sinister and shocking turn, that ends up changing the course of this unholy ritual.
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No.8 Reporting
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Citizens from the well-fed, fenced off city can only venture beyond the "safety" wall on the government's official train system. It distributes humanitarian aid and offers high ticket tourists a rare chance to see what life is like in the impoverished villages beyond the wall.
A team of investigative reporters set out to expose the corruption behind the program, but instead discover a horrifying secret no one thought possible.
Adapted from the 2007 short story "Mozharovo" by Dmitry Bykov.
A team of investigative reporters set out to expose the corruption behind the program, but instead discover a horrifying secret no one thought possible.
Adapted from the 2007 short story "Mozharovo" by Dmitry Bykov.
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Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls
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Synopsis
Amateur occultist Marcus J. Trillbury, aka Onyx the Fortuitous, is struggling at home and work, but his dreams seem to be answered when he lands a coveted invitation to the mansion of his idol Bartok the Great for a ritual to raise the spirit of an ancient demon. As Onyx and a fellow group of devotees join Bartok to prepare for the ceremony, the getaway of his dreams soon takes a nightmarish turn and Onyx must decide what he's willing to truly sacrifice in order to meet his destiny.
The film is based on director Andrew Bowser's viral character of the same name, Onyx, who has racked up over 300 million plus views online and has over 1 million TikTok followers.
Director Biography - Andrew Bowser
The film is based on director Andrew Bowser's viral character of the same name, Onyx, who has racked up over 300 million plus views online and has over 1 million TikTok followers.
Director Biography - Andrew Bowser
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Overnights
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Synopsis
An overworked veterinary technician picks up a late night shift to make ends meet. She's soon tormented by the very thing she's dedicated her life to.
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Paloquemao: the vampire market
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Synopsis
Pedro is one of the vampires of underdevelopment who works amidst aisles full of garlic, fruits, herbs and crucifixes in the Paloquemao Market. However, on May 28, 2016, when the largest blood trafficking network in Bogota is dismantled, his dealer Harbey escapes and takes refuge in the market, threatening his relationship with Angie, the girl he is in love with.
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Pandemonium
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Synopsis
Following a car accident Nathan realizes he is dead. He will discover Hell and encounter the sufferings of the tormented souls that he will meet there. Will he be able to escape?
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The Piper
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Synopsis
A young composer is given the opportunity of a lifetime when she is tasked with finishing her late mentor's concerto. But she soon discovers that playing the music summons deadly consequences, leading her to uncover the disturbing origins of the melody and the evil force it has awakened... The Pied Piper.
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The Puppetman
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Synopsis
The Puppetman, a convicted killer on death row always maintained his innocence and that it was an evil force controlling his body as he slaughtered his victims. Now Michal, the killer's daughter, begins to suspect that there may be some truth to her fathers claim when those around her begin to die in brutal ways. She must try and break the curse of The Puppetman before all her loved ones are killed.
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The Reclaimers
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Synopsis
After her grandparents are killed by invisible creatures, a determined young woman seeks to avenge them with the help of her canine companion - the only one who can see the mysterious invaders.
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Red Velvet
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Synopsis
Upon learning the end of the world is taking place, a lonely man locks himself in a motel room when a female escort arrives at his door...
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REZAR
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Synopsis
A group of four friends embark on a weekend getaway to a remote cabin. As they settle in, they soon realize that their trip is anything but ordinary.
The friends stumble upon a hidden cellar door that unleashes a sinister force upon them.
They face an onslaught of terrifying challenges that turns their trip into nightmarish battle for survival; testing the bond of friendship and the strength of faith.
As non-believers find solace in prayer during their darkest hour, they must confront the haunting question of whether faith can protect them against the forces of evil.
“REZAR” is a blend of horror, suspense, and supernatural mystery, where the struggle for survival becomes a test of faith and the will to overcome unimaginable terrors.
The friends stumble upon a hidden cellar door that unleashes a sinister force upon them.
They face an onslaught of terrifying challenges that turns their trip into nightmarish battle for survival; testing the bond of friendship and the strength of faith.
As non-believers find solace in prayer during their darkest hour, they must confront the haunting question of whether faith can protect them against the forces of evil.
“REZAR” is a blend of horror, suspense, and supernatural mystery, where the struggle for survival becomes a test of faith and the will to overcome unimaginable terrors.
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Robbie Ain't Right No More
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Synopsis
Sarah (Madeleine McGraw - THE BLACK PHONE, OUTCAST) was close with her older brother Robbie (Jadon Cal - LAST OF THE GRADS) before he went off to war. But now he's cold and distant. He doesn't seem quite right anymore. When Sarah refuses to let him slip away, she finds out he brought something horrific home with him.
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Sam & Kiki
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Synopsis
This dramedy follows Samantha Hardy and Kiki Williams, inseparable childhood friends, on a weekend getaway after a grueling semester of Med school. Kiki convinces Sam that the mountains would be better for rest and relaxation instead of partying in Vegas. Both tired, with a long drive ahead of them, they stumble upon a Hostel in the middle of nowhere and meets the owner, Boris, who unknown to them is called "Boris The Carver."
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Sankta Lucia
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Taking place after a small town's 'Sankta Lucia' celebration, a young woman is forced to fight for her life when her peers try to take advantage of her. Mirroring the martyr saint Lucia, she has no other choice but to become death to survive.
A tale of revenge, resembling Saint Lucia in modern times.
A tale of revenge, resembling Saint Lucia in modern times.
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Seraphim
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Synopsis
After her sister is chosen as a modern day prophet, we follow our protagonist, Jude, as the threads of her faith begin to fray. As her sister Gloria grows more deeply entrenched with the angel, Jude grapples with the ramifications of what it really means to be an agent of God. While her family prepares dozens of pipe bombs, and Jude works to save her sister from herself, she must ask: is she the one who needs saving?
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Social Media Presence
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Synopsis
A woman keeps her social media followers updated as she goes about her day, but someone is following her more closely than she realizes.
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Somewhere Quiet
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Synopsis
Months after escaping a brutal kidnapping, Meg travels with her husband, Scott, to his family's isolated compound in Cape Cod, hoping the early winter quiet will give her space to recover and for them to reconnect. Shortly after they arrive, however, the couple discovers they are not alone on the property. Scott's charming but overbearing cousin, Madelin, is staying next door. To Meg's surprise, the two are quite close and soon Madelin's presence is inescapable. With each passing day Meg and Scott's already fragile relationship begins to fracture, while Meg is haunted by vivid nightmares, visions of an old woman lurking in the woods, and a growing suspicion that Scott and Madelin are hiding something from her. As the tension in the house grows, Meg begins to act out in increasingly reckless ways, setting into motion a series of disturbing events that shatters the thin barrier of civility between her and the cousins. Subtle manipulation gives way to violent confrontation as Scott and Madelin reveal their troubling history and Meg learns the truth about her abduction.
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The Spirit Became Flesh
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Synopsis
An unbeliever returns to his old religious community, only to find that they have fallen prey to a sinister monster that they believe is the Holy Spirit of God.
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Terror
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Synopsis
When the facts surrounding a mountain climbing incident are called into question, sole survivor Ruben is forced to recall the events that unfolded. But there is more than just his memory of the climb; something he has hidden from the world. With rising dread, Ruben must confront the truth about what happened, and in doing so will bear witness to an unfathomable terror.
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Teques Chainsaw Massacre
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Synopsis
Virginia and her classmates from film school go to Teques to shoot a project, in there, a masked assassin awaits. They discover the filmic origin of the brutal murderer while he hunts them one by one. Virginia will fight for survival and try to tell what happened.
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TLG
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Synopsis
Billy and Tony meet up for a clandestine and passionate sexual encounter. But once the deed is done and the alcohol has already served its purpose, their real intentions slowly start to unravel, revealing a reality much more twisted, sinister, and heartbreaking than we ever imagined.
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They Hunt Without Eyes
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Synopsis
Alone in the bush, a young man is hunted by something familiar... something without eyes.
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Thin Skinned
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Synopsis
Two hidden camera pranksters infiltrate a funeral home, unaware that the mortician they've targeted has a dark secret of his own.
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Toggle
Meet the Filmmaker
Synopsis
When a late night security guard does her rounds at a thrift store, she finds a peculiar device among the new donations: a simple metal box with a toggle switch. But instantly she learns the device's purpose is far from simple: it toggles her into an alternate dimension... where something monstrous lurks in the dark.
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Trapped
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Synopsis
Days turn into a desperate struggle for survival for a scientist trapped inside a laboratory during a zombie outbreak. With limited resources and no escape in sight, he faces his biggest challenge yet when he discovers a rogue lab rat raiding his dwindling food supplies.
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Universe 25
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Synopsis
A mysterious entity holds human lab rats captive. With no hope of escape, they must confront the absurdity of their new existence.
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Voyager
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Synopsis
Camila (24) works as a party truck driver. Locked in a draining routine, she has developed a strange obsession with the clientele of the business, looking at them as a reflection of her inability to integrate into society.
One night, cleaning one of the trucks, she discovers a bottle containing some mysterious pills, which after taking them, allow her abandon her body, and explore the world outside the boundaries of her physical self, in a sort of astral journey. With the help of this newly acquired power, Camila will begin to explore the world beyond the cab of her truck.
One night, cleaning one of the trucks, she discovers a bottle containing some mysterious pills, which after taking them, allow her abandon her body, and explore the world outside the boundaries of her physical self, in a sort of astral journey. With the help of this newly acquired power, Camila will begin to explore the world beyond the cab of her truck.
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Waipo
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Synopsis
Out of touch with her Chinese roots, American-born Chinese girl visits her religious mother-in-law living alone in the countryside, but a series of unexpected events cause Kelly to suspect ill-intentions from her fiance's family.
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The Wait
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Synopsis
Eladio (Victor Clavijo), a hunting estate keeper, takes a bribe from a veteran hunter. Weeks later, his whole life falls apart. Death, guilt and revenge will take over. What looked like the opportunity of a lifetime turns into a macabre descent to hell, where Eladio will test his boundaries.
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Wake
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Synopsis
After his mother's wake, Cooper runs away to live alone in the forest, but discovers that every night members of his community inexplicably sleepwalk to him. As more people arrive each night, he's forced to confront his grief and fear of connection.
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We Forgot About The Zombies
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Synopsis
Two dudes think they found the cure for zombie bites.
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THE WELL
Meet the Filmmaker
Synopsis
When novice art restorer Lisa Gray goes to a small Italian village to bring a medieval painting back to its former glory after fire damage, little does she know she is placing her life in danger from an evil curse of myth and brutal pain.
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What You Wish For
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Synopsis
A chef with gambling problems flees to the Latin American villa of an old friend who appears to be living an extraordinary life. Envy soon turns to greed and then to something more unsettling for the chef when he assumes his friend's life and discovers
the truth.
the truth.
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Lo Que Dejas Atrás (What's Left Behind)
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Synopsis
Pablo and Marta moved to Spain in search of a better future, but they are tormented by the absence of their daughter.
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When One Door Closes
Meet the Filmmaker
Synopsis
A disposal employee is working at a long dormant Manor House when he uncovers the possibility of a hidden fortune that would solve all his financial problems. But his greed clouds his judgment as he uncovers the sinister buried history of the people this fortune was built on. If he doesn't learn from it, he's doomed to repeat it.
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The Wooden Ghost
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Synopsis
An adaptation of one of the most famous horror poems of all time. How, in a fever dream, a carver finishes the portrait of a young woman. Then suddenly something flies into the workshop and strange things start happening. Stop-motion animation is combined with live action to create a terrifying experience from flesh, blood, wood and feathers.
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You'll Never Find Me
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Synopsis
Patrick, a strange and lonely resident, lives in a mobile home at the back of an isolated caravan park. After a violent thunderstorm erupts, a mysterious young woman appears at his door, seeking shelter from the weather. The longer the night wears on and the more the young woman discovers about Patrick, the more difficult she finds it to leave. Soon she begins to question Patrick's intentions, while Patrick begins to question his own grip on reality.
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Apr 09, 2025
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Mar 03, 2025
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Feb 27, 2025
Monday, March 10th, shake off that post-Mardi Gras funk and join us at The Broad to catch the 1998 film “Urban Legend”, presented by Screamfest NOLA and Timecode.
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Feb 06, 2025
Experience the fear: 'Final Destination' – A Special Screening Event with live producer Q&A! Join us for a special screening of this iconic horror film at the luxurious Look Dine-In Cinemas in Glendale on Wednesday - February 19th at 7:40 PM
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Jan 27, 2025
Screamfest Fears & Beers, in collaboration with SEEfest (South East European Film Festival), proudly presents "The Last Serb in Croatia," a hilarious Balkan zombie comedy! Ticketholders 21+ receive a complimentary beer!
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Jan 07, 2025
Join us for a special screening of Tom Holland's iconic vampire film, "Fright Night," where a young man confronts the chilling suspicion that his new neighbor is a bloodsucker. Desperate for help, he turns to a washed-up horror movie actor for guidance in this darkly comedic and suspenseful tale.
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Nov 05, 2024
Stay Updated: See upcoming Screamfest NOLA events with Timecode at the Broad Theater. Sign up for our mailing list!
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Oct 23, 2024
New Orleans, LA (October 20, 2024) - Screamfest® NOLA, celebrating its 7th annual festival in New Orleans, is excited to announce their 2024 award winners. The festival took place October 18 to 20, 2024 at the Broad Theaters.
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Oct 23, 2024
LOS ANGELES, CA (October 18, 2024) - Screamfest® Horror Film Festival, the largest and longest-running horror film festival in the United States, is excited to announce their 2024 award winners.
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Sep 09, 2024
A huge congratulations to all the finalists in the Screamfest 2024 screenplay competition! The winning screenplay will be announced on October 17th.
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Jul 24, 2024
The Blair Witch Project 25th Anniversary Screening - Tuesday, July 30 · 7:30 - 9pm
Join us for a special screening of the found footage film that started it all: The Blair Witch Project. Q&A with Ben Rock moderated by Brian Collins follows the screening.
Events
May 21, 2024
Thrill to a chilling tale of revenge with a taste of hops at our Fears & Beers screening of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street! June 12, 2024 at 7:30PM
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May 20, 2024
Dare to Take Her to Prom? Join Us for a Special Screening of "Carrie"!
We join our friends at the Frida Cinema as Screamfest present Brian De Palma's 1976 horror classic, "Carrie"! Friday, May 31, 2024 at 7:45PM
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Oct 24, 2023
Congratulations to the winners from Screamfest NOLA 2023! Thank you to everyone who came out to support the films this weekend!
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Oct 23, 2023
We're excited to present the winners of the 2023 Competition at the 23rd annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival.
Article
Oct 06, 2023
Congratulations to all the finalists in the Screamfest 2023 screenplay competition! The winning screenplay will be announced on October. 19th, 2023.
Article
Sep 26, 2023
The Los Angeles-based horror festival will open with Eddie Alcazar’s Mind-Bending Phenomenon DIVINITY from Utopia and Sumerian.
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Aug 09, 2023
Get ready to experience a night of nostalgia and screams as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the classic horror slasher film "Freddy vs. Jason"! Please join us for an electrifying outdoor screening under the open sky that promises to send shivers down your spine. So come join us at the McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga on Saturday, September 9th at 7PM, if you dare, and let's embark on a journey filled with suspense, excitement, and pure terror under the stars.
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Jul 27, 2023
🎃 Experience the Classic Horror On the BIG Screen: "Halloween H20: 20 Years Later" is an iconic horror movie that deserves to be seen in all its terrifying glory on the theater's massive screen. Feel the suspense and fear intensify as you watch Michael Myers and Laurie Strode face off in high-definition cinematic splendor.
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Jul 11, 2023
A few days ago a small private celebration was put together by family-like friends Amber Mullinex and Jack Ulrich for Tom Holland (FRIGHT NIGHT) hosted by our very good friends Sarah Nicklin and Sean Decker.
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Jun 21, 2023
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience as we present a special screening of the iconic film, Jaws 3D. Mark your calendars for Tuesday, July 18th at 7:30PM, and join us at the prestigious TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in the heart of Hollywood.
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May 30, 2023
Prepare to embark on an unforgettable cinematic journey by attending a special screening of Jaws on the big screen. Join us to experience Steven Spielberg's groundbreaking masterpiece in all its glory, the way it was meant to be seen. Feel the suspenseful thrills, witness the iconic shark attacks, and immerse yourself in the timeless story that captivated audiences worldwide.
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May 03, 2023
Get ready to be immersed in the eerie ambiance of the great outdoors, as we take the Screamfest Fears & Beers horror movie experience to a whole new level. So come join us at the McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga on Saturday, June 24th at 7PM, if you dare, and let's embark on a journey filled with suspense, excitement, and pure terror under the stars.
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Feb 03, 2023
Join Screamfest for a Fears & Beers screening of cult classic, Halloween III: Season of the Witch on Saturday, March 18th - 7:30PM at the Frida Cinema located in Santa Ana, CA.
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Jan 10, 2023
My Bloody Valentine 3D has everything a slasher flick needs to get your heart pumping this Valentine’s Day. Snuggle up to your date, friends or come solo, grab your complimentary beer for ticket holders 21+ and enjoy the spectacularly gory murders all in glorious 3D. A Q&A with director Patrick Lussier and special make-up effects artist Gary J. Tunnicliffe.
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Dec 22, 2022
Want to have a blast this January, Friday the 13th? Then join us at our Screamfest Fears & Beers screening of Friday the 13th Part III in 3D at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres. This film is a total blast to watch with a crowd!!
Events
Dec 06, 2022
Come celebrate the 40th anniversary of John Carpenter's The Thing starring Kurt Russell
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Oct 25, 2022
Unveiling the Exceptional Talent - Screamfest Horror Film Festival Reveals its 2022 Winners!
Article
Oct 01, 2022
Screamfest is pleased to announce the 2022 screenplay competition semi-finalists, top five finalists and the winning screenplay.
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Sep 16, 2022
20TH Digital Studio's horror film "MATRIARCH" will have its world premiere at the Screamfest 2022. "Game of Thrones" Star Kate Dickie leads the film.
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Sep 15, 2022
The Los Angeles-based horror festival will close with Prime Video and Blumhouse’s
Run Sweetheart Run
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Apr 14, 2022
Giovannie Espiritu is named "one of the Most Influential Filipina Women in the World" by The Filipina Women's Network.
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Mar 28, 2022
You and a guest are invited to an in-person screening of YOU WON'T BE ALONE, which premiered to critical acclaim at this year's Sundance Film Festival
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Dec 08, 2021
Ask the average genre fan what their favorite Christmas horror film is, and you'll probably hear
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Nov 17, 2021
"At least there's a commentary..."
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Nov 02, 2021
While I obviously didn't know who he was at the time, the first Wes Craven movie I ever saw was DEADLY FRIEND, thanks to frequent cable showings when I was about seven years old.
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Oct 25, 2021
October 24, 2021 - Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center Congratulations Screamfest NOLA filmmakers!
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Oct 08, 2021
Screamfest Horror Film Festival is pleased to announce the 2021 screenplay competition finalists, semi-finalists and quarter-finalists and winning screenplay.
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Oct 04, 2021
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Double feature screening of Evil Dead II and Army of Darkness. An in person Q&A with Bruce Campbell follows the Evil Dead II screening. Evil Dead II (1987)
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Aug 05, 2021
One of the many things I learned thanks to the two historian commentary tracks on Scream Factory's blu-ray of THE DEAD ZONE is that the 1979 novel was Stephen King's first one to hit the New York Times Bestseller list.
Article
Jul 16, 2021
Despite it’s less than favorable reputation, the horror and exploitation genres have long since been an unexpected vehicle for female empowerment.
Article
Jul 02, 2021
Among "can't miss" prospects, few in horror history ever seemed as promising as when it was announced that Wes Craven and Kevin Williamson would reteam for a werewolf film
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Apr 21, 2021
NOTE: This article contains spoilers for all films mentioned within, including Memories of Murder and the recent The Little Things. Read at your own risk!
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Apr 09, 2021
Like most people who have seen it, I didn?t know what to make of Southland Tales the first time I wa
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Mar 25, 2021
For the past week (give or take three years), people online have been discussing the fabled ?Snyder
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Mar 18, 2021
Over the past decade, there has been a welcome shift in the use of CGI when it comes to low budget/independent genre films.
Article
Feb 10, 2021
Ever since Ridley Scott made the unprecedented decision to replace Kevin Spacey with Christopher Plummer in All The Money in the World
Article
Jan 08, 2021
Any time a major historical event takes place, it is not unusual to see a wave of predictions from the horror media and fanbase regarding the next trend in content.
Article
Dec 30, 2020
Jamie Lee Curtis made three slasher films immediately after HALLOWEEN'S success in 1978 and 1979.
Events
Dec 11, 2020
Silent Night Deadly Night & New Year's Evil! THURSDAY DEC 10TH, 2020 AT 7PM REGENCY THE PLANT DRIVE-IN - VAN NUYS
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Nov 25, 2020
No one expects much out of a movie based on a video game, and even fewer would expect any such film
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Nov 17, 2020
Horror fans like to laugh at the wacky turns taken in the Halloween and Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchises,
Festival
Oct 16, 2020
2020 Screamfest Horror Film Festival Awards Announced.
Festival
Oct 02, 2020
SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE 2020 SCREENPLAY COMPETITION FINALIST A
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Nov 17, 2019
FEARS & BEERS 35th Anniversary screening of GREMLINS Thursday, December 5th, 2019 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028.
Events
Oct 09, 2019
Join us for a full-blown Hollywood event as we kick off the 2019 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL with the OPENING NIGHT PARTY.
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Sep 25, 2019
SCREAMFEST Announces its 2019 second wave screenings and closing night film.
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Sep 09, 2019
Screamfest Horror Film Festival
Oct. 8-17, 2019
TCL Chinese 6 Theaters in Hollywood
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Aug 21, 2019
Please join us for the FEARS & BEERS 35th Anniversary screening of Friday The 13th: The Final Chapter in 35mm Saturday, July 27th, 2019 at 7:30PM at the Ahrya Fine Arts by Laemmle 8556 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
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Jul 22, 2019
SOLD OUT!
FEARS & BEERS 35th Anniversary screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street
Tuesday, August 20th, 2019.
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May 13, 2019
The FEARS & BEERS 20th Anniversary screening of Deep Blue Sea Tuesday, May 28th, 2019 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028
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May 02, 2019
Please join us for the FEARS & BEERS 30th Anniversary screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child Tuesday, April 16th, 2019 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028
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Mar 26, 2019
This Screeing is SOLD OUT!!
Check out the PHOTOS from A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master screening!
Are You Ready For Freddy? Join us for the Fears & Beers 30th Anniversary Screening of A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master.
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Jan 07, 2019
Join us for the Friday the 13th: Part II screening on Jan 29, 2019 at 7:30PM. Purchase bottles of Crystal Lake wine online here for pick up at the event and have it signed by Adrienne King in person! Please order your wine by January 22nd to ensure shipping arrival time.
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Oct 19, 2018
2018 Screamfest Horror Film Festival Awards Announced.
Events
Oct 12, 2018
Join us Friday - Oct 19, 2018 for the CLOSING NIGHT AWARDS & RECEPTION as we celebrate the filmmakers of the 2018 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL.
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Oct 08, 2018
Screamfest is pleased to announce the 2018 screenplay competition semi-finalists, top five finalists and the winning screenplay.
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Oct 04, 2018
Screamfest second wave was announced today. A great selection of additional films and Gale Anne Hurd
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Sep 26, 2018
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – September 14, 2018 – America’s largest and longest running horror film festival, Screamfest Horror Film Festival, is proud to announce the first wave of its official 2018 film line up.
Events
Jun 15, 2018
Check out the PHOTOS from the 15th Anniversary Jason vs Freddy Screening! This event is SOLD OUT!!
Please join us for the 15th Anniversary FEARS & BEERS screening of FREDDY VS JASON
Events
May 01, 2018
Just in time for prom season and back on the big screen for one night only in Los Angeles! Come celebrate the 10 year anniversary of DANCE OF THE DEAD on Saturday, May 19th 7:30PM with the cast & filmmakers. A Night to Remember prom party follows the screening! Dress in your zombie best! A winning prom queen and king will be crowned
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Apr 16, 2018
Please join us for the 30th Anniversary FEARS & BEERS screening of Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers Wednesday, May 9th, 2018 at 7:30PM TCL Chinese 6 Theaters at 6801 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028
Article
Mar 29, 2018
Do you like Pixar? You're a human with feelings, so I assume you do.
Article
Feb 27, 2018
There are countless, highly diverse horror films from across the globe that Screamfest has showcased at its festival events.
Article
Jan 31, 2018
If 2017 has taught us anything; it is that horror films could finally be on track to becoming more universally respected.
Events
Jan 04, 2018
Join us January 12th, 2018 at 7:30PM for the 30th anniversary of cult classic Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood (1988) Fears & Beers screening at the TCL Chinese 6 Theater in Hollywood. Check out PHOTOS from the fun time we had at the 30th Anniversary screening!
Festival
Nov 16, 2017
Another October has come and gone, which means another year in the books for the Screamfest Horror Film Festival.
Festival
Oct 20, 2017
2017 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED
“TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID” & “THE LAPACE’S DEMON” Among Top Winners
Festival
Oct 03, 2017
The countdown has officially begun for Screamfest 2017 and we have dropped the official lineup.
Events
Sep 26, 2017
Join us for a full-blown Hollywood event as we kick off the 2017 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL with the OPENING NIGHT PARTY.
Article
Sep 14, 2017
In combination with the recent Screamfest announcement that we would be hosting the North American premiere of the much-anticipated Leatherface, and the recent and devastating loss of the great Tobe Hooper, this is the perfect time to honor the franchise that stemmed from his original masterpiece, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
Festival
Aug 29, 2017
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. – August 29, 2017 – America’s largest and longest running horror film festival, Screamfest Horror Film Festival, is proud to announce the first wave of its official 2017 film line up.
Article
Aug 22, 2017
Every summer, I, and anyone else with good taste in television, hunker down for a week full of Discovery Channel’s best shark-filled programming.
Article
Jul 21, 2017
This past Sunday, we experienced yet another crippling tragedy in the horror community. The death of
Article
Jul 07, 2017
In the history of cinema, there are very few icons that rival Frankenstein’s monster and his bride. They are instantly and internationally identifiable.
Article
Jun 23, 2017
Making a film can be a daunting venture for most people. There will always be a reason (or many) to not do it.
Article
Jun 08, 2017
The 1990’s are often thought of as having relatively little to contribute in the way of quality genre films. While I can see the truth in this, I think there were some very special and unique films to emerge from the decade, especially within the confines of the unique subgenres that emerged.
Article
May 18, 2017
During Screamfest 2016, a young actress by the name of Mimosa Willamo won our award for Best Actress for her performance in the Finnish film Lake Bodom, or simply Bodom, the third feature for talented director Taneli Mustonen.
Events
May 12, 2017
This past Saturday, May 6, Screamfest hosted our most recent Fears & Beers screening, a series of events and screenings sponsored by Shock Top where guests can enjoy a movie and a beer included in their ticket, often with special guest Q&As.
Article
May 04, 2017
For almost any kid subjected to the public school system in the United States, you are probably fami
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Apr 27, 2017
For anyone in or around the Los Angeles area next month, you can join Screamfest for our Fears & Beers double feature event on May 6, for a screening of the Brian Yuzna classics Bride of Re-animator and Society.
Article
Apr 20, 2017
For the majority of the United States, spring has officially sprung. The weather is getting warmer, flowers are blooming, and the promise of new life is all around us.
Article
Apr 13, 2017
With the breakout success of Stranger Things and the plethora of 1980's inspired genre fare popping
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Mar 30, 2017
Long before the days of film festivals and conventions, even before the days of celluloid, the primary medium of entertainment was theater.
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Mar 23, 2017
The first time I ever heard about The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, my mother was talking about how it wa
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Mar 16, 2017
Often considered to be the master of “body horror”, David Cronenberg has spent the last four decades constructing a signature style that is often copied but rarely matched.
Article
Mar 09, 2017
All right folks, as promised, I wanted to follow up last week’s list with five more picks of films that take place in movie theaters.
Article
Mar 03, 2017
As the largest and longest running horror film festival in the United States, we here at Screamfest
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Feb 23, 2017
Seeing as how we are counting down the last few days of February, I’m going to take this opportunity to celebrate one more woma
Article
Feb 16, 2017
What’s better than a scary movie? A much shorter scary movie! Well okay, maybe not, but it will impinge on your highly coveted spare time much less. So, in honor of the weekly releases of short films on the Screamfest Youtube page, and of course Women in Horror month, here are five spine-tingling short films directed by women:
Article
Feb 10, 2017
Growing up with the admittedly ambitious dream of becoming a horror filmmaker, I accepted pretty early on that female role models were few and far between.
Article
Feb 02, 2017
It's that time again! It is time for the Twisted Twins' annual Blood Drive PSA. For those who are un
Article
Jan 26, 2017
Although January may not be a month most people associate with horror, it can be credited with usher
Article
Jan 15, 2017
To kick off the new year, we are bringing you some of our amazing horror short films that premiered at Screamfest over the years. Click on the image above to see the 2014 Best Short: LUNA.
Festival
Dec 20, 2016
Fear was viral at the LA Premiere of Bedeviled on October 22, 2016 at the 16th annual Horror Festiva
Festival
Dec 08, 2016
The EXCLUSIVE Free Screening of Fox's THE EXORCIST, Inspired by the classic movie with DVD giveaways
Festival
Dec 07, 2016
Found Footage 3D made its Los Angeles premiere at Screamfest on October 26, 2016 in 3D!
Festival
Dec 02, 2016
Screamfest had an amazing six blocks of short films and one block of student short films premiering at the 2016 festival
Festival
Dec 01, 2016
The visually stunning film, HAPPY HUNTING celebrated its World Premiere at the 16th annual Screamfes
Festival
Nov 21, 2016
Murdering psychopath Mick Taylor (John Jarratt), one of the most terrifying killers ever depicted on
Festival
Nov 21, 2016
The revenge thriller, MY FATHER DIE celebrated its Los Angeles premiere at the 16th annual Screamfes
Events
Nov 18, 2016
Boozing it up at bars is fun and all, but even that can get boring after awhile. The antidote is the Fears & Beers screening of SCREAM on Thursday December 8th at 7:30PM at the TCL Chinese Theatres 6 in Hollywood & Highland.
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Nov 16, 2016
The imaginative fantasy horror movie, ‘The Master Cleanse,’ celebrated its Los Angeles premiere at the 16th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival.
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Nov 07, 2016
Screamfest Horror Film Festival celebrated the Los Angeles Premiere of TRASH FIRE on Tuesday, Octobe
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Oct 30, 2016
America's largest and longest running horror movie festival, Screamfest, awarded the top movies, fil
Festival
Oct 20, 2016
Congratulations to our 2016 Screenplay Winner and Finalist!
WINNER
Plum Island by Matthew Lee Bla
Festival
Oct 11, 2016
Got your ticket? Join us for a cocktail reception at Sid's Bar!
Meet Murdering Psychopath Mick Taylor at a Special Screening of Pop’s Wolf Creek, inspired by the cult movie.
Events
Oct 04, 2016
Join us for the EXCLUSIVE Screening of Fox's THE EXORCIST, Inspired by the classic movie with DVD giveaways courtesy of Scream Factory.
Events
Sep 27, 2016
Got your ticket? Join us for a cocktail reception at Sid's Bar and good times with the Dead Right Horror Trivia Night gang! Meet Murdering Psychopath Mick Taylor at a Special Screening of Pop’s Wolf Creek, Inspired By The Cult Movie - Q&A moderated by the Festival Ambassador Lydia Hearst.
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Sep 07, 2016
HOLLYWOOD – Sept. 7, 2016 – America’s largest and longest running horror film festival, Screamfest Horror Film Festival, announces the first wave of its official 2016 film line up.
Festival
May 25, 2016
Central Intelligence will open the 20th annual American Black Film Festival on June 15 in Miami.
Events
Dec 13, 2015
Bring the family and join the mayhem with a Screamfest Fears & Beers screening of the holiday classic Gremlins on
Saturday, December 12th, 2015 at 7:30pm.
Article
Oct 24, 2015
Screamfest Horror Film Festival runs for ten days in October and although films are the main attract
Festival
Oct 23, 2015
HOLLYWOOD – Oct. 23, 2015 – We are pleased to announce the 2015 Festival winners at last night's Awards reception that took place at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres. The award winners were presented the coveted Screamfest Skull Award last night for winning in the following categories.
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Oct 23, 2015
Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension premiered as the closing night film of the festival to over 700 attendees, playing in RealD 3D at the TCL Chinese Theatre Thursday, Oct. 22, the day before its wide release.
Festival
Oct 23, 2015
Congratulations to the 2015 Screenplay Award Winner & Finalists.
Festival
Oct 19, 2015
The feature film Condemned premiered on Sunday October 18th, 2015 at Screamfest.
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Oct 17, 2015
Feast had its 10 year anniversary at Screamfest on Friday October 16th, 2015.
Festival
Oct 15, 2015
After the sold out screening of Tales of Halloween, guest walked across Hollywood Blvd to Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium for an evening of epic oddness & good times!
Festival
Oct 15, 2015
The USC’s School of Cinematic Arts class co-taught by James Franco, Vince Jolivette and SCA Faculty John Watson, had its premiere screening of 'THE LABYRINTH' at SCREAMFEST on October 18th, 2015.
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Oct 14, 2015
The sold out opening night film Tales of Halloween screened Tuesday October 12, 2015. Read Dread Central's review of the evening by Sean Decker.
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Sep 03, 2015
SEPTEMBER 03, 2015 10:00am PT by Borys Kit from Hollywood Reporter.
The scary movie will close out t
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Jul 14, 2015
Enter for your chance to RSVP for tickets to the INTO THE FURTHER 4D experience (while supplies last
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Jun 13, 2015
El Segundo, CA (April 30, 2015) – Nolan Gallagher, Founder and CEO of Gravitas Ventures, has announced the acquisition of North American rights to the high production horror film ANARCHY PARLOR,
Festival
Dec 21, 2014
Take a peek at the closing night awards ceremony & reception that took place Wednesday October 22nd.
Festival
Nov 20, 2014
"Fear Clinic" Premiere-- Black Carpet on Sunday October 22nd at Screamfest Horror Film Festival. Check out the exclusive interview with Fear Clinic star Corey Taylor by Sean Decker of Dread Central. Video courtesy of John Elfers.
Festival
Nov 20, 2014
We were fortunate to have many filmmakers of short films attend the 2014 festival. The quality of these short films is astounding! Click on the photo link to see photos of some of the amazing short filmmakers that attended the 2014 festival.
Festival
Nov 10, 2014
"Lost After Dark" Premiere-- Black Carpet with the film director Ian Kessner, cast and crew on Monday October 20th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival.
Festival
Nov 10, 2014
"GirlHouse" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Monday October 20th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival.
Festival
Nov 06, 2014
"The Creep Behind the Camera" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Sunday October 19th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival.
Festival
Nov 03, 2014
"I Survived a Zombie Holocaust" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Saturday October 18th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival.
Festival
Nov 03, 2014
Screamfest celebrated the Los Angeles Premiere of Suburban Gothic on October 18th, 20146 at the TCL Chinese Theatre. Suburban Gothic is director Richard Bates Jr's second film following Excision, his gruesome horror about a disturbed teen's mental state.
Festival
Oct 31, 2014
"The House at the End of Time" winner of the Best Picture and Best Director award this year
Festival
Oct 31, 2014
"Wrong Turn 6 - Last Resort" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Friday October 17th at Screamfest Horror Film Festival. Video courtesy of John Elfers. Wrong Turn 6 red carpet and Q&A photos by Angelica Ulloa.
Festival
Oct 31, 2014
Screamfest "Dark Was the Night" Premiere-- Black Carpet and Q&A on Thursday October 16th at Screamfest.
Festival
Oct 24, 2014
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2014 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 23, 2014
We were honored to screen each film selection in the festival this year and to celebrate the winners. The 14th annual Screamfest Horror Festival concluded on the evening of October 22nd with an Awards Ceremony and Reception.
Festival
Oct 20, 2014
The world premiere of Jen and Sylvia Soska’s feature See No Evil 2 took place October 15, 2014 at the TCL Chinese Theaters in Hollywood.
Festival
Oct 16, 2014
Have a look at some of the Screamfest Opening Night fun that took place on Tuesday October 14th, of
Festival
Sep 29, 2014
RAW FORCE (KUNG FU CANNIBALS) hosted by Eric Caidin of Hollywood Book & Poster
- 35mm - DVD Giveaway
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Sep 09, 2014
14th ANNUAL ……………Screamfest Announces Shorts To Die For
Festival
Aug 26, 2014
Hollywood, CA., October 14 – 23rd, 2014 Screamfest®, from the festival that brought you such films as Trick ‘r Treat, Paranormal Activity, The Human Centipede and American Mary, announces the first wave and second wave of the 2014 festival.
Events
Aug 06, 2014
Want to attend a special screening of THE GUEST on August 10th?
Events
Aug 01, 2014
Join us for The Possession of Michael King hosted by Fangoria at the New Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles.
Events
Jun 30, 2014
What a great time we had at our mixer at Delphine] in Hollywood, CA Thursday night. Check out our ph
Article
May 21, 2014
Look like a blood bath butcher at the grill this summer with a killer bloody Screamfest Apron.
Article
May 20, 2014
Grindstone Acquires Screamfest Alum Matt Eskandari’s “Game of Assassins” (The Gauntlet)
Events
Apr 25, 2014
What a wonderful evening we had at the FEARS & BEERS screening of Bride of Chucky with special guest Jennifer Tilly, Brad Dourif & Alexis Arquette, held at the sleek MGN Five Star Cinema in Glendale on April 24th.
Events
Apr 01, 2014
Oculus Pass Giveaway! Get your tickets now for this advanced screening.
Article
Nov 08, 2013
Congratulations to talented artist Stephane Le Brethon of Villeurbanne, France for creating the Talenthouse winning design of the 2013 Screamfest Horror Film Festival recyclable keepsake bag distributed at the Opening Night Party.
Article
Oct 24, 2013
Cheers to the winners of the 2013 Screamfest Horror Film Festival! They win a stunning Skull award, created by the legendary FX guru Stan Winston, plated in shimmering 24-carat gold.
Festival
Oct 09, 2013
The feature film Beneath opened the 13th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 8th, 2013 to a sold out crowd. Our Screamfest photographer Angelica Ulloa captured the excitement of Opening Night. Click on the link below to see all the festival photos.
Festival
Sep 24, 2013
Hollywood, CA., September 24, 2013 – Screamfest®, premiering films from around the world. Next Wave Screening Highlights at Screamfest 2013
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Sep 17, 2013
INVITES YOU AND A GUEST TO A SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENING
Story: In WE ARE WHAT WE ARE, a seemingly who
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Sep 13, 2013
Hollywood, CA., September 13, 2013 – Screamfest®, the preeminent horror festival in the country, and what the LA Weekly calls “the best place to get a jump on tomorrow’s cult hits” kicks off its 13th annual event in Los Angeles on October 8 through October 17 at the Laemmle NoHo 7 (5240 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601).
Screamfest Announces Competitive Short Films
Hollywood, C
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Sep 07, 2013
Hollywood, CA., September 4, 2013 – Screamfest®, the preeminent horror festival in the country, and what the LA Weekly calls “the best place to get a jump on tomorrow’s cult hits” kicks off its 13th annual event in Los Angeles on October 8 through October 17 at the Laemmle NoHo 7 (5240 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601).
Hollywood, CA., September 4, 2013 ? Screamfest?,
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Sep 04, 2013
Calling all artist! Screamfest is collaborating with Talenthouse to have a designer create a killer design to be printed on our festival bags.
Festival
Aug 13, 2013
This year's SHORT film category just received an additional exciting prize award!!
SCREAMFEST LAUNCHPAD AWARD - Sponsored by U.K.'s Matador Pictures
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Jun 24, 2013
Screamfest sat down with Robert Englund to chat about his upcoming film FEAR CLINIC to be directed by Robert Hall. The film will star Robert Englund and Danielle Harris.
Events
Jun 13, 2013
It was a packed fun filled night at Skinny's Lounge last night. Thanks to the Son of a Bun food truck for the delicious food.
Festival
May 28, 2013
The screenplay deadline has been extended until JUNE 15TH due to this exciting news:
Article
May 14, 2013
Screamfest title THALE just completed its theatrical run in last month. It played in Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, Denver, New York and Los Angeles.
Festival
Mar 15, 2013
Congratulations to the 2013 Screenplay Award Winner & Finalists.
Festival
Oct 22, 2012
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2012 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 22, 2012
Congratulations to the winners of the 2012 Screamfest Horror Film Festival! Winners receive a stunning Skull award, created by the legendary FX Guru Stan Winston, plated in shimmering 24-carat gold.
Festival
Oct 22, 2012
The feature film The Collection opened the 12th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 12th, 2012 to a sold out crowd. Our Screamfest photographer Angelica Ulloa captured the excitement of Opening Night. Click on the link below to see all the festival photos.
Festival
Oct 25, 2011
The feature film Sector 7 opened the 11th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 14th, 2011 at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.
Festival
Oct 24, 2011
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Win
Festival
Oct 18, 2010
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2010 screenplay competition
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Oct 18, 2010
CONGRATULATIONS FESTIVAL WINNERS!
On Sunday, October 17th, 2010, Sean Decker along with
Festival
Oct 18, 2010
The feature film Night of the Demons opened the 10th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 8th, 2010 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.
Festival
Oct 25, 2009
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2009 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 25, 2009
2009 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED
“THE HUMAN CENTIPEDE” & “BEFORE THE FALL” Among Top Winners
Festival
Oct 20, 2008
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2008 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 20, 2008
2008 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED
“SPLINTER” & “El Rey de la Montaña” Among Top Winners
Festival
Oct 20, 2008
The feature film The Tournament opened the 8th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 10th, 2008 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.
Festival
Oct 20, 2008
The feature film The Tournament opened the 9th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 16th, 2009 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.
Festival
Oct 22, 2007
The feature film Diary Of The Dead opened the7th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 12th, 2007 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.
Festival
Oct 22, 2007
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2007 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 21, 2007
2007 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “ALONE” Among Top Winners
Festival
Oct 23, 2006
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2006 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 23, 2006
The feature film The Tripper opened the 6th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 13th, 2006 at the Mann Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, CA.
Festival
Oct 23, 2006
2006 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “Isolation & Frostbitten” Among Top Winners
Festival
Oct 24, 2005
The feature film Cruel World opened the 5th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 14th, 2005 at the Loews Universal Studios Cinemas at Universal CityWalk in Los Angeles, CA.
Festival
Oct 24, 2005
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2005 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 24, 2005
2005 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari” & "Cookers" Among Top Winners
Festival
Oct 26, 2004
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2004 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 25, 2004
The feature film Cruel World opened the 4th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 15th, 2004 at the Loews Universal Studios Cinemas at Universal CityWalk in Los Angeles, CA.
Festival
Oct 25, 2004
2004 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “The Invisible” Among Top Winners
Festival
Oct 20, 2003
The feature film Spider-Man opened the 3rd annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 10th, 2003 at the LAEMMLE Theatre Fairfax 3 in Los Angeles, CA.
Festival
Oct 20, 2003
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2003 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 20, 2003
2003 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “ A Tale of Two Sisters” Among Top Winners
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Oct 21, 2002
2002 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “Kolobos” Among Top Winners
Festival
Oct 20, 2002
Screamfest is pleased to announce the Winner of our 2002 screenplay competition. Congratulations!
Festival
Oct 20, 2002
The feature film The Exorcist opened the 2nd annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival held October 17th, 2002 at the LAEMMLE Theatre Fairfax 3 in Los Angeles, CA.
Festival
Oct 26, 2001
The first ever annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival was held October 24th, 2001 at the Vogue Theatre (6675 HOLLYWOOD BLVD.,) in Hollywood, CA.
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Oct 26, 2001
2001 SCREAMFEST HORROR FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ANNOUNCED “Fatal Kiss” Among Top Winners