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A GUIDE TO THE INVERSION (USA)
SYNOPSIS: In the 1990’s a police training video shows new recruits how to deal with the sudden threat of “The Inverted,” a dangerous group of people who are attacking those who have the misfortune of coming across them. Oh, and they’re all upside-down.
RATINGS GUIDE: Violence, Brief Nudity, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: Spencer Allred
GENRE: Horror, The Beyond
PREMIERE STATUS: World Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Spencer has been directing horror/thriller films for over 10 years. His most noticeable work is “Pictures,” a YouTube short that has garnered over 6.5 million views. He loves genre filmmaking and is excited by film’s ability to create feelings of suspense, fear and catharsis in its audience.
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ANOTHER (USA)
SYNOPSIS: Kiah ekes out a solitary existence at a cabin in the woods. Getting by. Surviving. Struggling to stay alive in the face of threats from without and within. And the terror of not knowing which is which.
RATINGS GUIDE: Language, Intense & Scary Imagery
GENRE: Horror, The Beyond
PREMIERE STATUS: None
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Lane Russell is an experienced writer and director, who has spent most of his decade-long career as a commercial director. In his spare time, he enjoys creating narrative films with meaningful, personal themes.
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DISINFECTANT (USA)
SYNOPSIS: The janitor loves his job. The demon loves his food.
RATINGS GUIDE: Strong Violence, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: Zach Doumit
GENRE: Horror
PREMIERE STATUS: Utah Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Zach Doumit was born in Farmington New Mexico and now resides in Salt Lake City, Utah. Working as a writer, director and editor, Zach is most drawn to stories that explore the horror of the human experience and the various ways we cope. He credits much of his approach to spending his life in dialogue with various religious & spiritual perspectives, namely Catholicism and Mormonism. His films have screened at notable festivals both locally and abroad and have won favor for their visceral storytelling.
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MALL HOT DOG (USA)
SYNOPSIS: Ordinary hot dogs seem to have a supernatural sway on unsuspecting mall-goers.
RATINGS GUIDE: All Audiences
DIRECTOR: Noah Richmond & Aaron Hinton
GENRE: Horror, Comedy, The Beyond
PREMIERE STATUS: World Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: 1. Noah Richmond is from a small town in the middle of nowhere Utah. He loves the great outdoors and making art and films. 2. Aaron Hinton was born in Provo, Utah and has been making movies and other cool art since childhood. He loves to travel and tinker with retro electronics.
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NIGHT SHIFT (USA)
SYNOPSIS: Strange things start to happen in the corner store that Carlos, a young New Yorker, works at. When there is an earth-shaking stomp outside, Carlos runs out to discover a gigantic ostrich looming over the city.
RATINGS GUIDE: All Audiences
DIRECTOR: Alex Edwards
GENRE: The Beyond, Horror
PREMIERE STATUS: None
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Alex Edwards enjoys the collaborative environment that exists in the Brigham Young University Animation Program. While exploring the various aspects of animation production, she discovered her love for storytelling and the connection that it creates.
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ORIGIN (USA)
SYNOPSIS: An Elderly man, without finding purpose, attempts suicide but soon realizes he may be – a super hero.
RATINGS GUIDE: Mild Violence, Language
DIRECTOR: Mario DeAngelis
GENRE: Fantasy, The Beyond
PREMIERE STATUS: World Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Mario DeAngelis, part of the Film Quest family, has been making films for over 20 years. He was producer on The Parker Sessions, which has screened at Filmquest.
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PROSERPINA (USA)
SYNOPSIS: A twisted man kidnaps a woman who he thinks is his long lost wife.
RATINGS GUIDE: Violence, Mild Language, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: Pete Anderson
GENRE: Horror
PREMIERE STATUS: World Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Pete Anderson has always dreamed of making movies. Now that he is, he couldn’t be happier. He hopes his movies make you happy too– and a little bit disturbed.
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STAR WARS: THE TALES OF BOBA FETT (USA)
SYNOPSIS: A Star Wars fan film that explores the gritty reputation of this fan-favorite character.
RATINGS GUIDE: All Audiences, Mild Violence
DIRECTOR: Benson Mckay
GENRE: Sci-Fi, Fantasy
PREMIERE STATUS: World Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Benson is a Utah-based filmmaker with a passion for Legos and storytelling
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SUCTION (USA)
SYNOPSIS: A dark comedy where absurdity and the macabre collide at home. An innocent household appliance springs to life, turning the lives of a young couple into a grotesque nightmare. As the machine wreaks havoc, the home becomes a stage for gory and wild antics that will make your stomach churn and force you to laugh out loud. Will the couple survive this twisted scene when life begins to SUCK?
RATINGS GUIDE: Violence, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: KoDie Romero
GENRE: Fantasy, Comedy, The Beyond
PREMIERE STATUS: None
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: KoDie Romero brings a unique blend of technical expertise and intellectual curiosity to his directing. With years of experience on film sets, Romero integrates his technical skills with a passion for storytelling, aiming to create narratives that resonate and reflect the ever-evolving world we live in. Romero’s directing debut, SUCTION, has already made waves, earning a nomination for Best Horror Comedy Short at the Nightmares Horror Film Festival 2023.
In addition to directing, he serves as a cameraman for the Utah Jazz and has contributed to the TV series The Chosen’s lighting department for two seasons. Dedicated to pushing the boundaries of storytelling and innovative filmmaking, Romero is honored to be among the other visionaries at Filmquest 2024.
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SWEET MOLLY (USA)
SYNOPSIS: At 16, Molly, born and raised in the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (FLDS) cult, makes a chilling discovery through her ability to astral project, leading to a life-altering event.
RATINGS GUIDE: Mild Violence, Sensuality
GENRE: The Beyond
PREMIERE STATUS: Regional Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 31st @ 5:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: J.C. McNaughton is an accomplished writer, director, and producer based in Salt Lake City, Utah, known for his compelling storytelling and innovative vision.
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THAT HIDEOUS PLACE (USA)
SYNOPSIS: On the war-torn fields of 1918 France a young American soldier from small town Utah finds himself trapped in a muddy and dark shell hole, forced to spend the night with a haunting dead body.
RATINGS GUIDE: Mild Violence, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: Weber Griffiths
GENRE: Horror, The Beyond, War
PREMIERE STATUS: World Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Weber Griffiths is an award winning Utah filmmaker with a passion for Utah stories and abstract expressionism
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THE ANGEL (USA)
SYNOPSIS: A Mormon Pioneer folk horror. Two plural wives receive a mysterious visitation amidst the blood red stone of Southern Utah.
RATINGS GUIDE: Mild Violence, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTORS: Barrett Burgin & Jess Burgin
GENRE: Horror, Western
PREMIERE STATUS: World Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Barrett Burgin is an award-winning writer and director. While still in college he shot and sold his first feature film, “CRYO” to Saban Films and was featured on ScreenRant and Comic Book Resources. It was selected and won multiple awards at notable genre festivals. Jess Burgin has worked as a producer on major film and ad brands such as The Chosen, BYUtv, and LG. She has been a key player on every project Barrett has directed, and this will be her directorial debut.
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THE DESTROYING ANGEL (USA)
SYNOPSIS: Former friends are put at odds when one of them receives God-like powers.
RATINGS GUIDE: Violence, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: Derek Vomrell
GENRE: The Beyond
PREMIERE STATUS: Utah Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Derek is a writer/director based along the Wasatch Front. His projects feature themes of nostalgia, religion, and longing – with his latest short film, To Err, premiering on DUST.
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THE GHOST IN THE ROAD (USA)
SYNOPSIS: On Halloween night 1984, a troubled man receives a visit from a mysterious trick-or-treater who delivers more tricks than treats.
RATINGS GUIDE: Violence, Mild Language, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: Andy Matthews & Aaron Tharp
GENRE: Horror
PREMIERE STATUS: None
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Andy & Aaron are a dynamic directing duo who craft spine-chilling horror films that captivate audiences. Their passion lies in weaving suspense and gripping visuals into tales that will haunt viewers long after the credits roll.
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THE MAKING OF THE MAKING OF (USA)
SYNOPSIS: Chuck Haven (Havenly Pictures) leads the behind-the-scenes crew in covering the making of the sequel to LORD OF THE TREK WARS (1993), the not-so-great sci-fi/fantasy epic that no one wants to make, except Chuck.
RATINGS GUIDE: All Audiences
DIRECTOR: Kels Goodman
GENRE: Comedy, Sci-Fi
PREMIERE STATUS: None
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Kels Goodman is from Texas, Attended BYU Film School, Worked on Hollywood Productions that came to Utah in the 1990’s. Has directed 6 feature films and numerous documentaries. Best known of the YouTube Sensation “Will it Blend”.
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THE TIME MACHINE (USA)
SYNOPSIS: The Time Traveler returns to London which triggers vivid recollections of Morlocks in an underground tunnel and his unique bond with Weena, an enigmatic Eloi.
RATINGS GUIDE: Mild Violence, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: Ebrahim Ghaeini
GENRE: Sci-Fi
PREMIERE STATUS: None
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Ebrahim Ghaeini is an award-winning film director and editor whose projects have been recognized for their emotional depth, innovative techniques, and compelling visual storytelling. Based in California, he is dedicated to bringing fresh, meaningful stories to the screen.
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THE WITCH OF ENDOR (USA)
SYNOPSIS: King Saul makes a desperate attempt at saving his life by enlisting the Witch of Endor to call up the spirit of the Prophet Samuel for guidance.
RATINGS GUIDE: Mild Violence, Intense & Scary Imagery
DIRECTOR: Derek Hutchins
GENRE: Horror
PREMIERE STATUS: World Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Derek has written short films, feature scripts, television scripts, and has written for the Bad Vibes podcast. He has had a lifelong fascination with horror due to the genre’s ability to raise stakes in stories and provide entertaining commentary about more serious issues. The Bible has always been important to him, but he feels that many adaptations of scripture and Christian films have not been up to the standard of filmmaking he would like to see. Now Derek is turning his hand to directing to solve this problem.
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THE WRATH OF THE ELK LORD (USA)
SYNOPSIS: A knight’s despair over the death of a loved one manifests itself as a terrifying apparition that consumes him.
RATINGS GUIDE: All Audiences, Mild Violence
GENRE: Fantasy, The Beyond
PREMIERE STATUS: USA Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Ryan Sonderegger is a Utah based filmmaker, visual effects supervisor, illustrator and animator.
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TILL DEATH DO US PART (USA)
SYNOPSIS: Desperate to marry the love of his life, an Undertaker’s apprentice digs up the grave of a mysteriously murdered bride in an attempt to rob her corpse of its ring.
RATINGS GUIDE: All Audiences, Mild Violence, Intense & Scary Imagery
GENRE: Horror
PREMIERE STATUS: Regional Premiere
SCREENING DATE: Monday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Jacob Hamblin is an award-winning writer and director, and founder of Ironside Pictures. Known for his emotionally resonant films, he has a talent for exploring complex human emotions. His work has won numerous awards and is praised for its storytelling and impact. Jacob’s innovative approach to filmmaking continues to set him apart, making a lasting impression on audiences and critics.
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WHALES OF THE HIGH DESERT (USA)
SYNOPSIS: A hybrid documentary-fantasy story that covers the myth of James Wickham, an Englishman who attempted to bring Whales from Australia to the Great Salt Lake in the 1870’s—as reported in the Salt Lake Herald in 1888.
RATINGS GUIDE: All Audiences
GENRE: The Beyond, Western
PREMIERE STATUS: None
SCREENING DATE: Thursday, Oct. 24th @ 6:00 PM
DIRECTOR’S BIO: Joseph LeBaron is a writer turned award-winning documentary filmmaker who started his production company, The Good Line, in 2011. Since then he’s covered stories in 64 countries, ranging from military coups in West Africa to documenting World Heritage sites in Rapa Nui, and war coverage in Ukraine. He’s a frequent collaborator with Doug Fabrizio and RadioWest, and a proud Utahn who jumps at the chance to tell stories about his home state whenever the opportunities arise.
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