We would just like to say THANK YOU to everyone that submitted a film, attended the festival, and supported us for the 2023 HMF Film Fest. Our festival is ever growing and it is all because of your support. Now lets all give a HUGE congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Horror Movie Freaks Film Festival!
Best Feature Film - "Paralysis"
Best Short Film - "La Nueva"
Best Super-Short - "The Drawing"
Best NC Film - "The Field"
Best Foreign Film - "Bookworm"
Best Actor - Hervé Quentric "Welcome to Candy's"
Best Actress - Jackie Kelly "Some Visitors"
Best Director - Sabine Crossen "Welcome to Candy's"
Best Writer - Levi Austin Morris "Paralysis"
Best Cinematography - "Catharsis"
Best SFX - "Greed and Gore"
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Welcome to the ominous domain of the Horror Movie Freaks Film Festival, a wickedly delightful tradition that is now marking its 7th chilling year! We are positively thrilled to embark on this horrifically amazing journey yet again, as we eagerly await the sinister treasures that the 2024 HMF Film Fest will unearth.
Our festival stands as a beacon for independent horror cinema, casting a spotlight on the boundless creativity and untamed ingenuity that emerge from the indie world of filmmaking. It's an arena where the extraordinary reigns supreme, and the exceptional becomes the norm, constantly pushing the boundaries of the horror genre.
Prepare to be ensnared in a web of suspense and fear as these cinematic gems are unveiled, with every scream and gasp amplified by the atmosphere of a live audience. There's nothing quite like the communal experience of watching horror films, where collective gasps and nervous laughter weave a tapestry of shared emotions.
To all the intrepid filmmakers whose passion knows no bounds, may your visions of horror and the macabre find the recognition and acclaim they truly deserve at the 2024 HMF Film Festival. We anticipate your presence and the privilege of delving into the dark realms of your cinematic creations. As the shadows lengthen and the anticipation builds, we say to you, good luck, and we can't wait to see you in the haunted embrace of this cinematic celebration!
The Official Selections for the event will be unveiled on September 1st, 2024.
These selections will be actively promoted across the extensive HMF network leading up to the festival, scheduled for Friday, October 18th and Saturday, October 19th, 2024.
Awards will be presented for the following categories:
Best Feature Film
Best Short Film
Best Super Short Film
Best North Carolina (NC) Film
Best Foreign Film
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Director
Best Screenwriter
Best Cinematography
Best Special Effects (SFX)