Panels and Workshops

Go inside the ever-evolving world of horror with Shudder, the leading streaming service dedicated to horror, thrillers, and the supernatural. Known for championing bold filmmakers, singular visions, and boundary-pushing genre storytelling, Shudder has become a destination for horror fans and a vital platform for distinctive voices working across the genre. This conversation explores what it takes to create horror that genuinely gets under your skin, from developing an unforgettable premise to finding fresh ways to surprise increasingly savvy audiences. Discover how emerging filmmakers are reimagining the possibilities of horror and how Shudder identifies and supports the voices shaping what scares us next.

Panelists
Angel Melanson, director of programming, Shudder
Jordan Downey, director, The Cycle
Alex Goyette, director, Breeder
Micheline Pitt-Norman, director, V/H/S/Halloween