2. is a Glasgow based company which showcases the best short
horror films from around the world on a mobile app
We are dedicated to supporting and promoting
independent creative individuals – film makers,
artists, writers, and musicians.
We are determined that everyone can be
involved in the horror community
We are developing tools which would support
independent content creators on the internet
3. We are very proud of our work with Women in Horror organization. In 2013 we were
named as ambassadors of the cause. Women in Horror -
• assists underrepresented female genre
artists in gaining opportunities,
exposure, and education
• exposes and breaks down social
constructs
• educates the public about
discrimination and how they can assist
the female gender in reaching equality
4. SHORT HORROR – WHAT DOES THIS MEAN AND WHAT ARE OUR FAVOURITE EXAMPLES?
5.
6. The Competition and eBook
• Horror stories told in 100 words or less
• Story can fall into any subgenre, or take the
form of poetry
•Our favorite entries will be featured in an
eBook we are putting together
•The best entry overall will receive an
awesome prize package featuring the best of
short horror
So let’s get started…
7. We are going to divide
into groups of three or
four.
Don’t worry, I’m sure the
people next to you don’t
bite…
8. Horror Sub-genres and themes
•Slasher
• Zombie
• Body Horror
• Psychological
• Horror/Comedy
• Creature Feature
• Splatter
•Lovecraftian
• Exorcism/Possession
• Found Footage/Shakey
•Sci-Fi
•Vampire
• Supernatural
9. We will be doing the next activity
individually.
Select any sub-genre or theme you like,
then dip into the bag of mystery…
You are now going to take the sub-
genere or theme, and write a horror
story in less than 100 words, based on
the object you have selected.
10. Thank you to everyone for taking part.
We hope you enjoyed the workshop!
If you would like to enter your work,
email your story to
comp@popcornhoror.com
