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1301

Michael returns home from work one day to find his wife, Rachel, has disappeared. Michael’s comical search for Rachel and his interaction with neighbors ultimately ends in a bizarre and supernatural thriller, which will leave the audience on the edge of their seats and scratching their heads.

  • Corey Maher
    Director
    Trophies In the Attic, Noch Keinen Kaffee
  • Collins Abbott White
    Director
    37 Ghosts
  • Corey Maher
    Writer
    Trophies In the Attic, Noch Keinen Kaffee
  • Corey Maher
    Producer
    Trophies In the Attic, Noch Keinen Kaffee
  • Corey Maher
    Key Cast
    "Michael"
    House of Cards, Manhunt - Deadly Games, Fast and Furious 8, Outerbanks, Trophies In the Attic, Noch Keinen Kaffee
  • Bryan Pearce
    Key Cast
    "Eric"
  • Chantey Colet
    Key Cast
    "Mrs. Wilson"
  • Erik Olsen
    Crew
  • Savannah McCarthy
    Crew
  • MiiMii Beaulieu
    Crew
  • Scott Clinton
    Crew
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Comedy, Thriller
  • Runtime:
    26 minutes 58 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 21, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    BlackMagic 6k
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Reedy Reels Film Festival
    Greenville SC
    United States
    April 23, 2022
    PREMIERE
    PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD
  • Black Cat Picture Show
    Augusta, GA
    United States
    August 20, 2022
  • Victory International Film Festival
    Evansville, IN
    United States
    September 10, 2022
  • Raleigh Film and Art Festival
    Raleigh, NC
    United States
    October 8, 2022
  • ShockFest Film Festival

    United States
    December 2, 2022
  • Texas Short Film Festival
    San Antonio, TX
    United States
    October 22, 2022
    Official Selection
  • Tryon International Film Festival
    Tryon, NC
    United States
    October 8, 2022
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Corey Maher, Collins Abbott White

Corey is an Actor, Producer, Writer and Director with acting appearances in House of Cards, Manhunt:Deadly Games, Vampire Diaries, Jumanji:The Next Level, Fast and the Furious 8 and Hot Summer Nights. He has written and produced the short films Trophies in the Attic, Noch Keinen Kaffee and The Curious Case at 1301.

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Director Statement

I enjoy original storytelling in front of the camera and behind. 1301 is a micro budget, pandemic era, proof of concept short film with a feature length screenplay ready for development. It was a remarkably positive production with a great cast and fantastic crew. I'm very happy with how it developed.

With a run time of approx 28 min, I would classify the genre of the film as a comedy-mystery. The story revolves around the universally understood premise of a man, Michael, who comes home from work one day to discover that his wife, Rachel, is missing. With no foul play evident, Michael and his dog, Duke, embark on a comedy of errors as he searches his charming little neighborhood for his beloved wife. As the story unwinds however, Michael discovers a hilarious and puzzling supernatural twist – his wife is somehow trapped inside their mailbox!

The film has no foul language or excessive gore. One recent film festival attendee said she likened the film to a funny episode of the Twilight Zone. Another festival patron said it reminded him of the Tim Burton film ‘Beetlejuice’ – with a bouncy score and an intriguing, original story which kept the audience laughing and guessing throughout. The film recently won the coveted "PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD" at its premiere at the 2022 Reedy Reels Film Festival.

I believe my film ‘1301’ would be an excellent choice in a festival’s program as a fun, entertaining film for the festival’s attendees. It would do very well to balance a block of more serious, thriller/supernatural films or to provide a humorous mystery in a block of comedy films within your programming.

The film was professionally produced, edited and mastered with high-definition photography (6k), original score and professional sound design. It can be provided to festivals in DCP format for full screen presentation or any other standard formats requested (MP4, MOV,etc). We can also provide professionally developed, original artwork and an EPK for festivals.

As a working actor and active filmmaker in the industry, I would make every effort to attend any festival accepted into and would happily participate in any panels or filmmaker discussions. We would also, of course, actively promote and market the film’s selection in any Festival through social media.

If you have any questions or feedback for me regarding this film or any future projects I am currently developing, please feel free to email me at corey@coreymaher.net.