Original Films
Watch bite-sized indie horror films made by local filmmakers, both amateur and experienced.
LIVE Premiere
This year we are extremely lucky to have two of the best venues in Vermont for our premiere: The Welden Theater in St. Albans on October 25th, and the Sunset Drive-In on October 28th.
Best Film Award
Viewers and judges decide who received both the festival’s grand prize and excellence awards.
Filmmaking Tools and Online Workshops
Don’t have expensive cameras and microphones? Rent free or low-cost gear at your local media center. Still have questions? We’ve got online workshops to join live, or watch later.
Submit Online
Easy online submissions make it possible to submit your finished film anytime, anywhere.
Ask for Help
We’re filmmakers, too. Ask our team for guidance creating your original short horror film via email.
“The premiere and celebration afterwards were so fun—a great opportunity to meet other creators.”
— Brent Campbell, filmmaker
Enter the fest
Create an original horror film
The 2021 season is quickly approaching. Create an original horror-themed short film rated PG-13 and under 10 minutes in length.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Wednesday,
September 1st
Film submissions open
Upload your finished film and its documentation via an easy online submissions portal.
Friday,
October 1st
Advance tickets go on sale
Opening Night routinely sells out. Buy tickets in advance and secure your seat at The Welden Theatre.
Friday,
October 15st
Film submissions close
The final deadline is at 11:59pm on October 15th. The online submissions portal closes.