OCTOBER 2025
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2024 FREAK SHOW HORROR FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES FREAKY AWARD WINNERS

2024 FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival FREAKY AWARD Winners

Orlando, FL – The 19th annual FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival has come to a thrilling conclusion, and the winners of the highly coveted FREAKY AWARD have been revealed! After a weekend filled with spine-chilling films, special events, and an atmosphere that embraced the dark side of cinema, this year’s selections stood out as the best in horror storytelling and filmmaking.

The festival, held from October 18-20, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, showcased an impressive lineup of independent horror films from around the world. Audiences and judges alike were mesmerized by the range of horror sub-genres, from psychological thrillers to creature features, and the innovative voices shaping the future of horror.

2024 FREAKY AWARD WINNERS

  • Jury Award: A PRAYER FOR MY FATHER – Directed by Sarah London
  • Best FeatureMcCURDY POINT – Directed by Jeremy Brothers & Nick Paonessa
  • Best Florida Feature: DID I? – Directed by Sarah Tice
  • Best Short: A SWEET TOOTH – Directed by Presley Paras
  • Best Florida Short: NEON HEREAFTER – Directed by Pacey Hansen
  • Best Short Screenplay: NOAH’S BUNKER – Written by Masho Paramiça
  • Best Actor: RJ Mitte in LOVE ME DEAD
  • Best Actress: Dove Cameron in LOVE ME DEAD
  • Best Special Effects MakeupSHADOWS OF BIGFOOT – Tagen Crossley

Festival Founder and Director, Robert J. Massetti, said, “This year’s FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival exceeded all expectations. The level of talent on display was truly remarkable, and we are honored to celebrate these incredible filmmakers and actors who continue to push the boundaries of the horror genre.”

The FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival, now in its 19th year, has become a premier destination for horror fans and filmmakers alike, offering a platform to showcase the best in independent horror from around the world. With a growing reputation for highlighting bold and innovative horror, the festival has once again solidified its place as one of the top genre festivals in the country.

About the FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival
Founded in 2005 by FEAR FILM Studios’ director/producer Robert J. Massetti, the FREAK SHOW Horror Film Festival is dedicated to celebrating the artistry of independent horror filmmakers. The festival showcases a wide array of films, from feature-length movies to shorts, all designed to terrify and entertain horror enthusiasts.

For more information, visit freakshowfilmfest.com!

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