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Raimi Fuels New Horror Talent
4 Nov
Summary
- Sam Raimi launches a new horror award with Decentralized Pictures.
- The winner receives $25,000 and mentorship for a short horror film.
- Submissions are open until December 31, with judging into next year.
Filmmaker Sam Raimi is extending his influence in the horror genre by supporting new talent. Through a new collaboration with Decentralized Pictures, a nonprofit organization focused on empowering emerging filmmakers, Raimi has helped establish the Sam Raimi Horror Award.
This prestigious award aims to identify a director with a novel approach to horror. The selected filmmaker will be granted $25,000 to fund the production of a short horror film. In addition to the financial award, the winner will receive comprehensive mentoring, P&A support, and distribution on Decentralized Pictures' upcoming streaming platform.
Participants are required to submit a one-page project description or lookbook and a short video sample showcasing their creative vision and capabilities. A $25 submission fee applies. The window for submissions is open until December 31. Following this, a community review period will commence and conclude on January 14, 2027, after which an all-star panel will select the winner.
