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This month's collection spans genres, formats, and perspectives—from mind-bending horror to uniquely drawn animation to unforgettable queer stories. Whether you're looking for your next watch or planning your next project, you'll find a little bit of everything.

- Taylor K. Shaw-Omachonu, Head of Film

PROJECTS WE LOVE

Midwasteland – Episode 2

BY TAYLOR YOUNG

Fun for all ages, this sci-fi comedy series uses a mix of 2D and stop-motion animation to transport the viewer to a post-apocalyptic version of the American Midwest filled with mutants, zombies, rubble, and classic Midwestern charm.

Sadie Snaps

BY ANTHONY MARTINO

A coming-of-age slasher feature about a girl who's obsessed with Halloween and afraid of her life changing forever.

Trans Panic

BY HESTER MORRIS

The story of Nancy and Gordene who fell for each other while rallying against transphobia in the courts and the media in 90's America.

The Three Tomes Ep. 2

BY BREANA NAVICKAS

A queer YA series set in the 2010s about a black teen witch who fights monsters and falls in love with vampires.

Follow the Dark

BY HAPPY SISYPHUS

A mind-bending psychological feature about a grieving detective who ventures between worlds for a chance to rewrite the past.

Syrenka: Legend of the Warsaw Mermaid 

BY TINA NAWROCKI

A 2D hand-drawn feminist short film reimagining the Polish legend of the Warrior Mermaid of Warsaw.

Reality Resort: Trouble in Paradise

BY COVE

A character-driven, satirical animated series inspired by and lovingly paying homage to well-known reality competition shows.

RESOURCES & INSPIRATION

[REPLAY] The Modern Filmmaker's Guide to Crowdfunding

Missed the live session? Watch the recording to learn directly from Taylor on how to build momentum, engage supporters, and launch a successful film crowdfunding campaign.

Indie Takes the Box Office

Curry Barker's Obsession turned a $750,000 budget into more than $370 million at the box office—a powerful reminder that bold ideas, not blockbuster budgets, can leave the biggest mark.

On Sticking It Out in Tough Industries

Filmmaker Chad Hartigan (This Is Martin Bonner) discusses knowing when to compromise, letting yourself work leisurely, and working collaboratively.

COMMUNITY PICK

Founded in 2025, Silverlake Scream Show is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to uplifting horror creators by providing funding, production support, and a stage to showcase their work. With an emphasis on the transformative power of film, SSS strives to give directors the opportunity to use horror as a meaningful way to explore, process and spark conversation around issues that matter most to them. 

Each year, SSS hosts a Halloween anthology screening that premieres new horror shorts by emerging Los Angeles filmmakers. Silverlake Scream Show is based in Los Angeles and run by Charlie Schwan, Max Friedman, Jacob Bottorff, and Wyatt Miller. Scream show producers and board members include Marshall Kistner, Shannon Cloud and Krissy Jones.

Ivan Dimitrov's VIGILIA – A Gothic Horror Short

BY APARAT FILMS

"Silverlake Scream Show’s mission is to elevate the voices of singularly gifted horror creators and we loved what we saw with the Vigilia campaign. The challenge of creating a horror period piece is intriguing on its own but it was Ivan’s commitment to a handmade style of filmmaking that really caught our attention. It takes a tremendous amount of determination to make a short even with the modern conveniences of digital filmmaking but to step backwards into the wild realm of 16mm in a remote outdoor location is even more daring. It scares the hell out of us, and we’re all about scary! Consider supporting this project as well as helping us make our stretch goal! Also Ivan, hit us up, we’d love to include you in a future Scream Show!"