2024 Buried Alive Film Festival

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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. They welcome submissions of all kinds—features, short films, web series, animations, and music videos—for their four-day event in the fall. Every film is meticulously reviewed by their 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 from November 7-10, 2024, providing a platform for both seasoned to student filmmakers and emerging voices in the genre.

Individual tickets below! For Day & Weekend Passes, please visit here.

(TEXT) THURSDAY + FRIDAY | NOV. 7 & 8, 2024

THURSDAY + FRIDAY | NOV. 7 & 8, 2024

Thursday marks the premiere of the Sinema Challenge films! Friday's films descent into darkness with a thrilling mix of horror, fantasy, and psychological suspense, ranging from supernatural thrillers to apocalyptic dramas and darkly surreal narratives. They explore themes of fear, identity, and survival, with sinister figures like Mr. Midnight, grim reaper brothers, and reality-warping substances driving the tension. From cursed objects and haunted woods to dystopian technology and demonic forces, these films delve into both personal and cosmic horror, often blending visceral terror with deeper emotional and cultural struggles. With elements of folklore, paranormal mysteries, and grotesque violence, the collection offers a chilling and diverse exploration of the darker sides of the human condition.

(FILMS) THURSDAY + FRIDAY | NOV. 7 & 8, 2024

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(TEXT) SATURDAY | NOV. 9, 2024

SATURDAY | NOV. 9, 2024

Saturdays feast of frights offers a mix of horror, dark comedy, and Hero's shadowy Journey. You'll explore eerie discoveries on remote farms, strange human-animal hybrids, and unsettling supernatural hauntings. From a cosmic battle against Dracula to a haunted house seen through a dog's eyes, the range of stories promises to keep you intrigued. The lineup includes everything from twisted experiments and grim folk tales to quirky mockumentaries and dark comedies, making it a night full of surprises that will have you crying, laughing, and on the edge of your seat.

(FILMS) SATURDAY | NOV. 9, 2024

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(TEXT) SUNDAY | NOV. 10, 2024

SUNDAY | NOV. 10, 2024

Sunday, prepare to be taken to the edge of your seat as we explore flesh and bone. From stories of intergenerational trauma and bodily possession to unsettling psychological tension, each film will plunge you into a world of bizarre adventures. Experience captivating dark puppet animation inspired by classic horror, alongside gripping tales that delve into haunted love and twisted realities. Don’t miss our collection of chilling shorts, including a mockumentary that investigates the obsession with true crime and an eerie exploration of forgotten memories. Join us for a day of fear, flesh and bone, and the boundaries are pushed to the limit! We finish off the night with the Buried Alive Film Festival Awards and head over to celebrate one last time at Mambo Zombi!

(FILMS) SUNDAY | NOV. 10, 2024

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