The Guy N. Smith Short Film Challenge 2025!

Greetings, fear-breathers and filmmakers!

The time has come to push boundaries, twist minds, and shatter reality. The bell has rung, the gauntlet is thrown, and the hourglass is already in pieces. It’s time to get dirty, dig deep, and bring the nightmarish world of Guy N. Smith to life.

The Challenge:

Create a short film based on one of Guy N. Smith’s stories. With a treasure trove of pulpy horror to choose from, you won’t be short on inspiration. Find his works at Black Hill Books.

What’s in it for you?

✔ Your film screened at The Guy N. Smith Fan Convention – Sunday, September 7th, 2025, at Knighton Community Centre, Powys, Wales.
✔ Promotion on Dread Sanctum.

Submission Guidelines

✅ Your film must be based on a Guy N. Smith story.
✅ Credit the source within the film (e.g., “Based on [Story Name] by Guy N. Smith.”)

How to Submit

Send a screener or link to greetings@dreadsanctum.com.

If approved, you’ll receive an upload link to submit the final film to Dread Sanctum.

Technical Requirements

🎥 Format: MP4
📁 Max file size: 2 GB
🕒 Runtime: Up to 15 minutes
🔤 Subtitles: Burned-in if not in English
📅 Deadline: August 24th, 2025

So, sharpen your tools, unearth the horror, and let’s make some nightmares come true. The world of Guy N. Smith is waiting for you to bring it to life!