For 17 Years, The Buried Alive Horror Film Festival Has Been A Celebration Of Independent Horror, Sci-Fi, And Thriller Killer Cinema. Held Annually In Atlanta, Ga, This Festival Is A Showcase For The Most Nightmarish And Imaginative Films From Around The World. We Welcome Submissions Of All Kinds—Features, Short Films, Web Series, Animations, And Music Videos—For Our Four-Day Event In The Fall. Every Film Is Meticulously Reviewed By Our Selection Committee And Panel Of Judges To Ensure Only The Best Entries Are Screened. This Year’s Festival Will Take Place At The Historic Plaza Theatre Providing A Platform For Both Seasoned To Student Filmmakers And Emerging Voices In The Genre.

Schedule: 

Thursady November 7,2024

Sinema Challenge Premieres

In The 13 Day Sinema Challenge, Filmmakers Create Films In Just 13 Days Using A Subject Card And A Card Against Humanity. Watch 24 Teams Premiere Their Unique Films, Like A Serial Killer Abducted By Peter Pan, Followed By An Awards Ceremony Where Winners Advance To The Buried Alive Film Festival

9:30pm Opening Night Party

Join Us For The Opening Night Party And Sinema Challenge Winners Celebration At The Pink Coffin Door At Mambo Zombi! Network With Filmmakers And Enjoy Spooky Tunes From Atlanta’s The Tomb Tones, Blending Halloween Punk Rock With A Fun, Retro Vibe Inspired By The Cramps, Ramones, And B-52s. Don’t Miss It!

Friday November 8,2024

11:00 Am – 12:50pm

Mr. Midnight
Where Angels Fear To Tread
It’s Better This Way
Rabies
Death Of An Editor
The Brothers Grim
Forgive Me
Directors Q&A

1:30 – 3:30pm

Chhaya
Lorelei
Sincopat
Stay Quiet
Evil In Residence
Umami
The Ossan
Rabbit Season
Vile
The Red Stone
Directors Q&A

4:00 – 6:00pm

Pocket (Short)
Strange Harvest: Occult Murder In The Inland Empire (Feature)
Directors Q&A

6:30 – 7:40pm

Honk
Where The Angels Fear To Tread
I Could Just Die, And That Would Be All Right
The Reclaimers
In My Side

8:00 Pm

Baff Presents Evil Dead Rise With Gabrielle Echols

Gabrielle Echols Will Be Joining Us Throughout The Weekend At The Buried Alive Film Festival, November 7th – 10th! Don’t Miss A Special Screening Of Evil Dead Rise, Including A Behind The Scenes Look And Q&A With Gabrielle! She’ll Also Be Signing Autographs At Her Table (Additional Cost) Throughout The Festival.

Saturday November 9,2024

12:00 – 2:00pm

Caustico
Cakes!
Chickenboy
Interitus Adfectus
Lost Boys Pizza
Cupholder Companion
Cheat Meal
Brothers Beastly
Fermento
Directors Q&A

2:30 – 4:15pm

Mansect
Vampire Zombies From Space!
Directors Q&A

4:45 – 6:25pm

The Hunted
Patches
Canvas
Trunk
Slice Of Life
Kalimba
Lure
Cat Sitter
Sweaty Larry
Directors Q&A

7:00 – 7:45 Pm

Filmmaker Of The Year
The Many Worlds Of George Goodman
Howl At The Dead
Directors Q&A Gregg Filmmaker Of The Year 

8:15 – 9:15 Pm

Sponsored Sae Competition
American Gothic
Sae Student Competition Winners
Directors Q&A

9:45 – 12:35 – Wtf (With A Break)

Erecting A Monster 2: Bride Of The Monster
Wheek Flesh
Dweller
The Parcel
Curiosity
Fishmonger
Roadkill Jamboree
Good Boy
Erecting A Monster 3: The Reserection
Directors Q&A

6:10 – 8:00 Pm

True Crime Fan
The Lost Episode (World Premiere)
Directors Q&A

Sunday November 10,2024

1:00 – 3:00 Pm

Tales From The End! (Short)
Amygdala
Sun (Feature)
Directors Q&A

3:30 – 5:40 Pm

Bush
The Outsider
Love And The All Night Horror Show
The Queen Of Sod
The Itch
Pretty Kitty
Out Of Body
Les Bêtes
Vhx
Directors Q&

8:30 Pm – Awards

The Award Ceremony At The Buried Alive Film Festival Is A Highly Anticipated Celebration Of Cinematic Excellence, Where Filmmakers Gather Too Recognized For Their Hard Work And Creative Talent. Each Trophy Is Handcrafted, Each One A Unique Piece Of Art, Symbolizing The Creativity And Dedication Of The Filmmakers. This Year, We’re Thrilled To Welcome A Lineup Of Esteemed Celebrities And Guest Speakers, Including Gabrielle Echols, Who Will Be Presenting The Award For Best Performances. Join Us As We Honor The Outstanding Contributions To The World Of Horror And Celebrate The Passion That Drives This Vibrant Community Of Filmmakers! 

After The Ceremony, Everyone Is Invited To Continue The Festivities At Mambo Zombi For Drinks And Networking, Creating An Opportunity To Connect And Share Ideas In A Lively Atmosphere.

Date:November 7-10,2024

Location:Plaza Theatre, 1049 Ponce De Leon Avenue NorthEast Atlanta, GA 30306

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