A mind-expanding cinema experience April 18th The Vino Theater

Tickets go on sale April 3rd 12PM.

Immerse yourself in horror, dark comedy, and weird shorts with a red carpet, burlesque, and after-party

This all-access pass grants entry to the inaugural Weird Short Films Festival—a mind-expanding viewing experience featuring Horror, B-horror, Psychological Thrillers, and Dark Comedies.

Your ticket includes:

  • 4:20 PM: Red Carpet & Networking (4th Floor)

  • Screenings: Two film blocks of weird cinema in the main theater

  • Q&A: Get answers to your curiosity 

  • Entertainment: Live Burlesque performance

  • After-Party: Keep the vibe going until 10:00 PM

  • Bonus: Swag Bags for attendees!

Refreshments and snacks will be available for purchase via Venmo or Cash.

Location & Entry: The Vino Theater is located at 274 Morgan Ave, Suite 201. Please note this is an industrial building; the theater is not visible from the street.

Accessibility: This venue is located in a historic industrial building and is not wheelchair accessible. Attendees will need to use stairs to reach the theater (2nd floor) and the Red Carpet (4th floor).

Age Requirement: This is a 21+ only event. ID will be checked at the door.

Atmosphere: We are a vape-friendly space (theater only). We welcome all and pride ourselves on being a safe, inclusive space for the LGBTQI+ community.

Filming Notice: By entering the event, you acknowledge that you will be filmed and photographed for marketing and promotional purposes.

Vibe: The theme is "Perplexed, Happy High-Fives." Dress or lean into your inner monologue accordingly.

Raffle & Swag: Want a chance to win one of our exclusive Festival Swag Bags?

Make sure you’re subscribed to our YouTube channel @WeirdShortFilms - Show your subscription status at the door to receive your official raffle entry. 

Violet Moxxie

Performer

“ What you stand for is more important than what you stand in.”

Violet Moxxie is the wildflower of the midnight hour, a burlesque performer, artist and producer hailing from Long Island, New York. Consider yourself warned, there are Dangerous Curves Ahead… curves which have carried her across the pages of international pin-up publications, earned the title of a Playboy Bunny online, and onto the runways of New York Fashion Week. Violet is 1/3 of the team responsible for bringing the entertainment of Moonlight Market to the stage. She is also an active member of The Pin-Up Society, contributing time and appearances to charitable events and organizations. She is a sketch model for local artists of all ages and has coordinated entertainment for events such as Speakeasy Soiree 2024, Rhythm & Brews 2025 and Mr. Beery’s Horrocon (Burlesque) 2025.

Jimmy J 

Founder of Horror 365, Last Great Hype Man/Promoter, "Mouthpiece of the Northeast"

"It's not a genre, it's a lifestyle!"

Jimmy J is an event organizer, content creator, and the founder of Horror 365. Born and raised in Brooklyn, he developed a lifelong love for horror at an early age from his countless Friday night video store visits to organizing Halloween parties with friends. Jimmy is known for his electric positive energy, spreading love and creating moments and memories that last a lifetime. Inspired by his love for pro wrestling, Jimmy's "over the top" promotional videos solidified his reputation as the "Last Great Hype Man/Promoter."

Omar Sanchez

Filmmaker · Photographer · Creative Director

“Stories don’t have to be loud to haunt you.”

Omar Sanchez is a New York–based filmmaker and photographer drawn to raw, character-driven stories that live somewhere between the surreal and the everyday. His work blends analog textures, documentary instincts, and narrative experimentation, often pulling inspiration from street culture, music, and unconventional spaces. Omar gravitates toward projects that feel human, strange, and emotionally honest, with a strong appreciation for practical effects, atmosphere, and visual storytelling. He is always interested in collaborations that push tone, mood, and form.