Whilst making films is hard, getting them financed is even harder. This makes the news that a new global fund keen to support burgeoning voices in the horror field very exciting. FEAR, the leading blockchain game and film development company are joining forces with The Independent Horror Society to help incubate fresh genre shorts. This news is game-changing for those work in short format features. Read the full press release to find out more:
Leading blockchain game and film developer FEAR has just reopened its Global Incubator Fund for a second round, with one of its primary aims being to help support and develop the next generation of global indie horror filmmaking talent.
As part of this initiative, FEAR, in collaboration with long-term supporters of grassroots indie horror The Independent Horror Society, are looking to invest up to $2,000,000 USD (£1,500,000) in a global slate of short horror film projects. As part of the funding successful applicants could also be offered the opportunity to convert their films and concepts into high-end gaming content, opening new doors to IP revenue. The full details on how filmmakers can apply for investment is now available on the Independent Horror Society website.
The Independent Horror Society founder Chris Nials stated:
“We know that one of the biggest challenges for indie horror filmmakers today is getting hold of the capital needed to turn their short film ideas into reality. And that is exactly where the FEAR Films Global Incubator Fund will help.
I am so proud to be partnering with Jonathan and the FEAR team on this incredible initiative. Not only are we helping to ensure that no promising talent gets left behind just because they couldn’t find the financing to get their initial ideas off the ground, but we’re also opening up new opportunities to generate revenue from their hard work!”
Jonathan Carey, CEO and Co-Founder of FEAR added:
“I’m incredibly excited for FEAR to offer a greatly expanded fund to provide horror film makers and fans the opportunity to make, watch and own the films they want with the power of Web3. The fund is FEAR’s commitment towards expanding the Horror film industry allowing the best nightmares to become a reality!
The Independent Horror Society is the perfect partner to help FEAR find the next big indie horror film and director to blow up the silver screen and terrorise the world!”
The Independent Horror Society is a fast-growing and inclusive hub for all UK horror fans and creatives to come together and share their love of their favourite genre. The organisation support the creation of low budget, independent filmmaking. Signing up couldn’t be simpler and enables members to stay at the forefront of all horror news, reviews, and insights, as well as become eligible for special discounts on tickets for our screening nights, where fans and industry professionals can sample some incredible short and feature length independent films from some of the best up and coming film makers around.
Additionally, filmmakers can sign up to The Independent Horror Society’s Pro service, IHS Pro. This premium upgrades comes with extra bonuses such as participation in the IHS’s discord group, access to virtual writers rooms and a directory of some of the best talent in the independent genre field right now, plus much more. The vision for IHS Pro is to help genre filmmakers, writers, cast and crew of all levels take their projects to new heights. Should any of this sound like something you’re keen to get involved with, head over to the site now and let them know that THN sent you by using the code KAT. This magic code will unlock a massive 10% off of membership fees. So to quote Jennifer Love Hewitt’s I Know What You Did Last Summer – What are you waiting for?
For more information about IHS and the FEAR Films funding scheme, head over the the IHS website now.
