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RIFT Short Film Premiere

What’s been lost can find you. RIFT, a Horror short from filmmaker Lucas Acosta premiering May 1st.

Starring:
@rissy_dollins_baxter
@simone.leon
@lukemasonbaxter

DP: @gs_visuals
AD: @pepitochain
Production Design: @ivandanielluna
Production Sound: @butwereyouthere
PA: @littlefairy

WEAPONS REVIEW: IT'S 2:17AM, DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR CHILDREN ARE?

At first, the film seemed to be a metaphor about school shootings. Maybrook felt like a makeshift name for the tragedy years ago in Connecticut. With moments that pay homage to The Shining (1980,) The Children Under the Stairs (1993,) What Lies Beneath (2000,) and more, the allegory has levels. Given the current state of the country and the fact that so much of Horror is reliant on our anxieties, (for instance, fear of censorship in the Quiet Place films) I couldn’t help but view it through the lens of American politics.

Drop Dead Gorgeous Official Music Video "Six Feet" Directed by Raul Rosco Guerrero @roscorg

“She wants revenge.” That line was enough to fuel a wild, blood soaked, sword wielding, sun drenched ride….

@dropdead_gorgeousofficial ‘Six Feet’

Made By People @peoplepicturesco

Starring: @laurennorch Lauren Norch – Andi Julia Burenok – Roxy Krystal Pohaku – Raven Jaida Frazier – Chloe

Crew: Production Company – People Pictures @peoplepicturesco
www.peoplepictures.co

@roscorg Raul Rosco Guerrero – Director

TERRIFIER DIRECTOR INSISTS HIS POLITICAL GENRE FILM ISN’T POLITICAL

Art the Clown may be a murderous demon, but don’t call him political. At least not in front of Terrifier creator and director Damien Leone. Despite themes of religion, female-centric heroism, body autonomy, and more being woven into the smash hit Terrifier franchise, Leone took a firm stance with a statement yesterday (2/3/25.)

ALIEN STAR WINS BIG AT BAFTA FILM AWARDS

Alien: Romulus breakout actor David Jonsson is no stranger to the stars, especially as the latest recipient of BAFTA’s Rising Star Award. Jonsson’s performance as an android combatting his own programming earned rave reviews as well as the coveted award - beating out huge names like Mikey Madison (2022’s Scream) and Jharell Jerome (2019’s When They See Us.) This particular category is the only one voted on by the general public, so it’s safe to say audiences were just as endeared as critics and industry peers.

“...I’d like to dedicate this to the people, the dreamers, grafters, and the people just trying to do it a little bit different. Star - I don't know, but rising – I guess!” Jonsson quipped onstage.

Watch the stunning moment Jonsson received his award from past winners Letitia Wright (Black Mirror) and James McAvoy (Speak No Evil.)

Alien: Romulus joins a list of Horror titles (The Substance, Cuckoo, I Saw The TV Glow, etc.) being recognized by prestige voting bodies this awards season; institutions that generally don’t recognize Horror.

CELEBRATE BLACK HORROR

Horror in Color is a growing platform painting the Horror genre with colors of intersectional diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through our online coverage and in-person events, we aim to make the genre accessible to all - especially women, People of Color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Our guests range from American Horror Story's Angelica Ross to music trailblazer Tinashe.

AMERICAN FEAR - 10 FILMS THAT CAPTURE 2024 POLITICAL ANXIETIES

Since the onset of the genre, Horror has remained inherently political - largely due to its accessibility and its confrontation of societal fears. With the recently elected administration openly sharing plans to oppress marginalized people, there’s no wonder audiences have been seeking the catharsis of Horror. Below you’ll find a list of major Horror releases this year that accurately capture timely political anxieties.

THE SUBSTANCE INJECTS FULL SCRIPT ONLINE

Deadline is helping “respect the balance” between filmmakers and audiences by releasing the full script for The Substance on their website.
As awards season ramps up, some campaigning productions share their scripts for further consideration of screenwriting awards. The result is a rich opportunity for aspiring writers and filmmakers. Director/Writer Coralie Fargeat words are especially intriguing here, as so much of the film’s body-horror elements revolve around striking imagery.

NEON NOSTALGIA: I SAW THE TV GLOW REVIEW

NEON NOSTALGIA: I SAW THE TV GLOW REVIEW

“This is not my home!”

By the time Justice Smith (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom) screams these words in I Saw The TV Glow, there’s no denying the power of the Pink Opaque. In these heartbreaking moments, Director Jane Schoenbrun (We’re All Going to the World’s Fair) proves just how crucial Queer and specifically Trans storytelling are in film. A surrealist portrait of Queer self-discovery is no small feat. Long after the TV static has silenced, audiences are left with a hopeful exploration of identity bathed in the glow of neon nostalgia.

WEAPONS REVIEW: IT'S 2:17AM, DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR CHILDREN ARE?

At first, the film seemed to be a metaphor about school shootings. Maybrook felt like a makeshift name for the tragedy years ago in Connecticut. With moments that pay homage to The Shining (1980,) The Children Under the Stairs (1993,) What Lies Beneath (2000,) and more, the allegory has levels. Given the current state of the country and the fact that so much of Horror is reliant on our anxieties, (for instance, fear of censorship in the Quiet Place films) I couldn’t help but view it through the lens of American politics.

Drop Dead Gorgeous Official Music Video "Six Feet" Directed by Raul Rosco Guerrero @roscorg

“She wants revenge.” That line was enough to fuel a wild, blood soaked, sword wielding, sun drenched ride….

@dropdead_gorgeousofficial ‘Six Feet’

Made By People @peoplepicturesco

Starring: @laurennorch Lauren Norch – Andi Julia Burenok – Roxy Krystal Pohaku – Raven Jaida Frazier – Chloe

Crew: Production Company – People Pictures @peoplepicturesco
www.peoplepictures.co

@roscorg Raul Rosco Guerrero – Director

TERRIFIER DIRECTOR INSISTS HIS POLITICAL GENRE FILM ISN’T POLITICAL

Art the Clown may be a murderous demon, but don’t call him political. At least not in front of Terrifier creator and director Damien Leone. Despite themes of religion, female-centric heroism, body autonomy, and more being woven into the smash hit Terrifier franchise, Leone took a firm stance with a statement yesterday (2/3/25.)

ALIEN STAR WINS BIG AT BAFTA FILM AWARDS

Alien: Romulus breakout actor David Jonsson is no stranger to the stars, especially as the latest recipient of BAFTA’s Rising Star Award. Jonsson’s performance as an android combatting his own programming earned rave reviews as well as the coveted award - beating out huge names like Mikey Madison (2022’s Scream) and Jharell Jerome (2019’s When They See Us.) This particular category is the only one voted on by the general public, so it’s safe to say audiences were just as endeared as critics and industry peers.

“...I’d like to dedicate this to the people, the dreamers, grafters, and the people just trying to do it a little bit different. Star - I don't know, but rising – I guess!” Jonsson quipped onstage.

Watch the stunning moment Jonsson received his award from past winners Letitia Wright (Black Mirror) and James McAvoy (Speak No Evil.)

Alien: Romulus joins a list of Horror titles (The Substance, Cuckoo, I Saw The TV Glow, etc.) being recognized by prestige voting bodies this awards season; institutions that generally don’t recognize Horror.

CELEBRATE BLACK HORROR

Horror in Color is a growing platform painting the Horror genre with colors of intersectional diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through our online coverage and in-person events, we aim to make the genre accessible to all - especially women, People of Color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Our guests range from American Horror Story's Angelica Ross to music trailblazer Tinashe.

AMERICAN FEAR - 10 FILMS THAT CAPTURE 2024 POLITICAL ANXIETIES

Since the onset of the genre, Horror has remained inherently political - largely due to its accessibility and its confrontation of societal fears. With the recently elected administration openly sharing plans to oppress marginalized people, there’s no wonder audiences have been seeking the catharsis of Horror. Below you’ll find a list of major Horror releases this year that accurately capture timely political anxieties.

THE SUBSTANCE INJECTS FULL SCRIPT ONLINE

Deadline is helping “respect the balance” between filmmakers and audiences by releasing the full script for The Substance on their website.
As awards season ramps up, some campaigning productions share their scripts for further consideration of screenwriting awards. The result is a rich opportunity for aspiring writers and filmmakers. Director/Writer Coralie Fargeat words are especially intriguing here, as so much of the film’s body-horror elements revolve around striking imagery.

NEON NOSTALGIA: I SAW THE TV GLOW REVIEW

NEON NOSTALGIA: I SAW THE TV GLOW REVIEW

“This is not my home!”

By the time Justice Smith (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom) screams these words in I Saw The TV Glow, there’s no denying the power of the Pink Opaque. In these heartbreaking moments, Director Jane Schoenbrun (We’re All Going to the World’s Fair) proves just how crucial Queer and specifically Trans storytelling are in film. A surrealist portrait of Queer self-discovery is no small feat. Long after the TV static has silenced, audiences are left with a hopeful exploration of identity bathed in the glow of neon nostalgia.

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RIFT Short Film Premiere

What’s been lost can find you. RIFT, a Horror short Directed and Written by Lucas Acosta

STARRING:
Rissy Dollins - Maggie
Simone Leon - Nurse
Luke Baxter - Demons

CREW:
Cinematography - Graham Skinner
Assistant Director - Pepito Cadena
Art Director - Ivan Daniel Luna
Production sound - Alex Flores
Production Assistant - Tsan Acosta

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