Get ready for a spine-chilling cinematic experience as the inaugural Frightful Shorts by the Shore Festival takes over the AMC La Jolla 12 theater on Saturday, April 26, at 2 p.m. The festival will screen the five winning short films from this year’s competition, followed by an exclusive Q&A session with the filmmakers, offering audiences a behind-the-scenes look at the making of their chilling creations. Tickets available at https://bit.ly/FrightfulTickets.

The afternoon will conclude with a networking event, where attendees will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from a Horror Film Fund, making this an event for filmmakers and horror enthusiasts looking to connect with industry professionals.

Audiences will witness the award-winning films, including:

• Best Horror Short: “I don’t bite” – Directed by Andy Hassell and Ben Yannette.
  Dr. Wiley’s dark urges and scar fetish lead to a dangerous night out with Carla.

• Audience Choice Award: “Drawn” – Directed by Ty Clancey.
  A widower and his young daughter fend off a predatory land speculator.

• Best San Diego Scares: “Break of Dawn” – Directed by Rich Varville.
  San Diego’s own Rich Varville directs a blood-soaked short horror thriller that delivers.

• Honorable Mention: “Border Hopper” – Directed by Nico Casavecchia.
  A Sundance Selection, a Latinx filmmaker gets supernatural help with immigration.

• Honorable Mention: “The Soul Trader” – Directed by Susan Dynner.
  An occult hit-woman takes on her final job.

• Screenings of the five winning films and official selections on the big screen.
• Q&A session with the winning filmmakers, offering insights into their creative processes, challenges, and inspirations.
• Post-screening networking event – a chance for attendees to meet representatives from a Horror Film Fund, industry professionals, and fellow horror fans. Complimentary MicroBrew for the first 50 ticket sales.

“We’re excited to bring a world-class horror experience to San Diego,” said Daniel Harlow of Bunker15, the primary sponsor of the festival. “The chance for filmmakers to discuss their creative process and network with film fund representatives makes this event a unique opportunity for emerging talent.”

Space is limited, so horror fans and industry professionals are encouraged to reserve their seats early.

• Time: April 26, Saturday, 2-3:30 p.m.
• Place: AMC La Jolla 12, 8657 Villa La Jolla Drive.
• Networking event to follow: The Pizza Taproom – Complimentary beer at the Taproom for the first 50 ticket sales.
• Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs_4sJi3Nt8.