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Hey Jackrabbit Media friends,
Spring is right around the corner and we're gearing up for a busy season.
Production begins on Jackrabbit Studio's own Bloom, shooting locally in the beautiful state of Arizona. There’s something special about creating close to home, and we can’t wait to bring this story to life against an Arizona backdrop.
This year promises to bring bold new films, exciting festival announcements, and even more projects on the horizon. Our team is energized, inspired, and ready to make this year one to remember.
Be sure to follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with the day-to-day and get exclusive behind-the-scenes moments from production. The journey is just beginning and we’re thrilled to have you along for it.
💘 Valentines Poll Results:
The results are in! We asked: What's your favorite romantic horror film? You answered: Lisa Frankenstein.
🎬 Read All About It:
Jake Myers' Kombucha, ferments its way forward as a Screambox exclusive! The film will be available to stream March 27th.
John Berardo's, The Mannequin, will be available March 4th in Australia both digitally on-demand and on DVD!
Check out Film Threat's recent review of Influencers that praises Cassandra Naud's return as the ever-enigmatic CW and writer-director, Kurtis David Harder's ability to balance horror tropes while keeping the film distinguishable in the genre.
Aimee Kuge, director and writer of Cannibal Mukbang, sat down with the Scream Queen Podcast to talk all things mukbang for their Indie Horror Highlight! Check out the full interview on their Youtube channel.
📣 Up and Coming:
Jackrabbit will be in attendance at the 2026 the Festival de Cannes in May.
Thanks for continuing to support indie film!
– The Jackrabbit Media Team
Looking for something different? Check out Ghosts of Red Ridge, a supernatural western backdropped by the beautiful Arizona landscape.
'In the gold bust town of Red Ridge, a haunted Sheriff and his Deputy wrestle with outlaws causing chaos amid the town's decline.'
March 1st, 2026 - Screambox Announcement: Streaming this month as a Screambox Exclusive, Jake Myers', Kombucha.
Described as "Office Space meets Cronenberg," you'll be sure to avoid any fermented drinks after watching.
Be sure to check it out March 27th!
February 25th, 2026 - Film Threat Review: Read the full review to see why Influencers is nothing short of a killer sequel.
"This sequel leans into that anxiety with a darker story, both in theme and motive, delivering a venomous satiric thriller that skewers its own monsters and its victims."
February 20th, 2026 - Interview: Aimee Kuge, director and writer of Cannibal Mukbang, joins the host of Scream Queen Podcast to discuss her romantic horror film.
'In the picturesque landscapes of Southern France, a young woman's chilling fascination with murder and identity theft sends her life into a whirlwind of chaos.'
Influencers is available to stream on Shudder and AMC+.
Jackrabbit Media will be in attendance for the 2026 Marche du Film, Festival du Cannes and taking meetings from May 12th-20th.
The Jurassic Games: Extinction
Directed by: Ryan Bellgardt
'In a dystopian future, contestants are forced into a virtual reality game where they must battle dinosaurs and each other to the death.'
Lookout
Directed by: Stefan Colson
'A young woman escapes her chaotic life to work at a remote fire tower, but her peace unravels as eerie, otherworldly events begin to unfold.'
The Mannequin
Directed by: John Berardo
'A stylist assistant investigates her sister's death in a historic LA building, only to face a vengeful ghost of a serial killer who dismembered victims decades ago. She must escape before she's next.'
Welcome to Indie Intel!
An inside source for all things independent. Where we share tips of the trade and delve into insights that move production forward.
Today's talk:
Pre-Production
- Write with your resources in mind.
Create stories based on locations, props, or actors you already have access to. Knowing the connections you have and building upon those is a great opportunity as a filmmaker and to gather support for your project and open new connections. This also allows you to better work within your budget
- Fix everything in pre-production (but know something will always go wrong).
The best place to fix an issue is at the start. Don't wait until you're a week out from production to try and address the problems. Put more eyes on it at the beginning and discuss with your team on what you can do and always have a backup plan (or two). A well-prepared filmmaker and their team can overcome any obstacles with the ability to adapt.
- Think about your marketing hook.
Once you have your idea, take some time to discuss potential marketing hooks. Is it the a fresh spin on the genre? A particular character people will be able to connect with? The overall location and vibe of the story? Knowing your hook will help you discover what audiences will enjoy your film the best and which sales/distribution company can help you get it to them.
Use your marketing hooks to create great assets to help sell the film. Unit photography on set is a must. Having that completed makes creating new assets easier in the long run for your sales agent and distributor.
- Know your festivals.
In the early stages of pre-production, consider where you want your film to premiere. Know what kind of festivals are best suited to take on the project once it's completed and if possible, acquaint yourself with festival directors. They want to see your movie just as badly as you want it in their festival!
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