EROS POINT
(2018) SHORT FILM - Completed
Our third short film was a collaboration with Brooklyn based film collective Fitch Fort Films. The film stars Asta Paredes and Clay von Carlowitz of Abandoned House Productions in the roles of "Sarah" and "Evan". Written and Directed by McKegg Collins, the story follows a couple who returns to their remote getaway to grapple with the end of their relationship.
INTERVIEW: DIRECTOR MCKEGG COLLINS TALKS ‘EROS POINT!’
The trailer for EROS POINT can be viewed here.
The film can be viewed on Vimeo here.
WORLD PREMIERE Festival Screening was
at the New York City Horror Film Festival
on December 2, 2018.
"With two charismatic leads, Eros Point: A Story of Undying Love cleverly uses it post-apocalyptic setting to focus on the emotional arc of this tragic couple." via Villain Media
By showing more than telling, Eros Point allows for some great performances while being consistently engaging as it builds towards its tragic conclusion.
-Short and Sweet Reviews
"While this may not sound like it has the makings of an indie horror short, Collins takes Eros Point in some unique directions...the film [has an] interesting story and involving cast [ Asta Paredes & Clay von Carlowitz]." via The Independent Critic
" ....they [ Asta Paredes & Clay von Carlowitz] both pull off their characters with well-orchestrated chemistry that’s hard to miss.‘Eros Point’ is worth its time, and is a recommended short for those interested in unusual love stories." via Indie Shorts Mag
"Both Paredes and von Carlowitz do an amazing job with their performances and I love the way the narrative flashes back from more happier times to the tragic present... [reminiscent of] A Ghost Story. "
-Vern's Video Vortex
The Shadow Scarf
(2017) SHORT FILM- Completed
Key art poster work by Richard Smykowski of SMYKO DESIGN
SYNOPSIS: On a cold and foggy night in NYC, while waiting for his brother's arrival from Ohio, a young bartender named Jeffrey is greeted by Aurora, a mysterious and beautiful woman who says she's there to perform for open-mic night. Charmed by his visitor, Jeffrey closes down the bar and watches Aurora perform in the back. After a few drinks, however, it becomes clear that the two already know each other. As Jeffrey discovers Aurora's true identity, he begins to wonder where his brother is.
WORLD PREMIERE Festival Screening was
at the Great Western Catskills International Film Festival
Weekend of October 19-21, 2018
A Trailer for the film can be viewed here
The film is now available online here
INTERVIEW: CLAY VON CARLOWITZ TALKS ‘THE SHADOW SCARF’
"Everything about "The Shadow Scarf" is hypnotic...(reminiscent of David Lynch in the best way) " via F This Movie!
"Bathed in reds, it carries a reminiscence of the 1977’s Suspiria but ‘The Shadow Scarf ‘is at once, both; spooky and mesmerizing...." via Indie Shorts Mag
"The Shadow Scarf is by all accounts one of the best examples of modern film noir I have ever seen." via That Moment In.com
“Abandoned House Productions presents an emotionally involving and mesmerizing drama, The Shadow Scarf, starring Asta Paredes and Clay von Carlowitz. Writer/director/actor Clay von Carlowitz explores what happens when a dark secret from the past strikes back in unsuspecting ways.” via Villain Media
"Oftentimes a short film is a stand-alone effort; an idea that is able to fully offer a story within a condensed amount of time. Some are able to expand into larger entities, as was the case with Andy Muschietti’s Mama, and there are others that are used as a type of portfolio of talents. The Shadow Scarf feels a bit like all three." via Short and Sweet Reviews
THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH
(2017) SHORT FILM-Completed
'The Slightest Touch,' is a frenetic psychodrama about a day in the life of a woman battling with PTSD.
STARRING
Angela Carbone
Antyon LeMonte
Zachary Daniel Booth
Written & Directed by Asta Paredes
World Premiere was May 26, 2017 at Videology Bar & Cinema
A 2017 Women's Only Entertainment Film Festival Award Winner
The film can be viewed here.
"The Slightest Touch attests to her [Director/Writer Asta Paredes] immeasurable talent and drive -- and will no doubt “start a dialogue” with audiences." via Villain Media
"Paredes is not just attacking a rapist [with The Slightest Touch], but tackling the culture that has created such a predatory environment for women" via Review Fix
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Check out some of our press so far:
Villain Media: 5 REASONS TO SEE ‘THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH!’
Villain Media: Director Asta Paredes talks THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH
Villain Media: Actress Angela Carbone talks THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH
Review Fix Exclusive: Asta Paredes and Clay Von Carlowitz Talk
DANNY & THE DEEP BLUE SEA: An Apache Dance By John Patrick Shanley
(2014) STAGE PLAY
Logo by Lauren Hom/
Photo by Brooke DiDonato
Two tempestuous Bronx loners meet at a bar and forge a bond that could either heal or destroy them.
(Abandoned House Productions successfully raised funds thru Indiegogo to produce and star in a special two night performance at the Robert Moss Theater directed by Meg Grujon)
Learn more about the preparation for this production here.
And read a delightful recap of the experience here.
The House in The Woods
(2010) FEATURE FILM
When Kyle's estranged brother Graham goes missing after venturing into the supposedly haunted Brecksville Woods to find an old house from their father's stories, Kyle sets out to find Graham. But in the midst of his investigation, Kyle starts to lose his grip on reality.
View the film on Youtube here.
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