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Sam Raimi Seeks Next Horror Visionary
4 Nov
Summary
- Filmmakers can submit short video samples and project descriptions.
- Submissions are open until December 31.
- Award aims to identify directors with novel approaches to horror.

Filmmaker Sam Raimi has announced a new award aimed at discovering and elevating promising talent within the horror genre. The award encourages applicants to explore "horror in original and unconventional ways," encompassing various sub-genres and unique directions.
Filmmakers must submit a short video sample demonstrating their creative perspective and storytelling abilities, alongside a one-page project description or lookbook. The submission fee of $25 is utilized for community review compensation, fostering engagement and ensuring broader accessibility for creators.
Submissions are currently open and will close on December 31. Following a 14-day community review period, finalists will be announced. Sam Raimi, along with Roman Coppola, Jed Shepherd, Eduardo Sanchez, Leo Matchett, and Emma Raimi, will select the final recipient of this new horror filmmaking award.