On 10/04/2013, Hyphytek had the honor of being invited to the Mile High Horror Film Festival, hosted at the Alamo Draft House in Lafayette, Colorado. The music video for The Widow’s Bane’s, “Don’t Be Afraid, It’s Only Death” was selected as a late but official entry in the festival. Both Rutherford Belleview (director) and myself (producer) had the opportunity to view our film on the big screen, as well as ,experience the other film entries. As an enthusiast of horror films to begin with, the MHHFF was the perfect debut for our music video. The event lasted four days and featured old and new films from all over the world. Several guests attended including Linda Blair (The Exorcist), Doug Bradley (Hellraiser), Meg Foster (Lords of Salem), Ken Foree (Devil’s Rejects), The Enigma and Jeffrey Reddick (Final Destination).

We watched a variety of films featuring many genres and techniques. Some of our favorites featured claymation aliens, children getting their eyes gored out and a homicidal Jesus zombie slayer. Yet, all of this was forgotten once it was our turn for the big screen. We were extremely nervous and tried to listen to the audience for any hint of validation. Once it finished, they applauded and we finally felt at ease. The lights came up and Theresa Likarish (programming director) called Jame Feeney, filmmaker of Killer Kart, Rutherford and myself to the stage. I was kind enough to let Rutherford do most of the talking. Out of politeness, of course, not that it had to do with my fear of public speaking. Alongside James Feeney, we answered to our best, a short Q&A session where we were questioned by not only Thesesa but the audience as well. Afterwards we relaxed and talked to fans and James outside the Drafthouse. James was incredibly supportive and gave us some useful pointers about the film circuit.

We went home for the night, heads full of wonderful nightmares and put the nights adventures aside. Two days later, we heard that we won the award for best music video! When I heard the news, I was immediately congratulated by friends with copious shots. We are truly honored and grateful for this recognition and look forward to outdoing ourselves. Included below are several of the other films that we enjoyed at the festival. Check them out and be sure not to miss the Mile High Horror Film Festival next year! We can’t wait.

Yours Truly,
Kevin

An Alien Claymation

This video is filled with pure awesomeness. A peaceful father is forced to protect his newborn from a malicious alien race.

>h3>Fist of Jesus

A Spanish horror/comedy that shows Jesus and what could have happened when he raised Lazarus from the dead.

Killer Kart

See what happens when shopping carts are pushed to their limit in this short film by James Feeney. The full film is not available for streaming yet but check out their Facebook page here to stay updated on the film.

Child Eater

The filmmakers of Child Eater flew all the way in from Iceland for this festival! Check out their trailer for this creepy fairy tale like story.