Appetite

In mid-1800s California during the height of the gold rush, a new age dawns—one that leaves Henry, a hardened fur trapper, fighting to survive. Shaped by brutal elements and isolation, Henry has become a man at war not only with the wilderness but with himself. When he spots a distant campfire, it sets him on a harrowing journey—one that will challenge the last remnants of his humanity.

  • Chris Shaw
    Director
  • Chris Shaw
    Writer
  • Steven Ogg
    Producer
    The Walking Dead, Westworld, Emancipation
  • Michael Petrovich
    Producer
  • Emmanuel McCord
    Producer
    Criminal Minds, Wonder Man
  • Jake Kelley
    Producer
    The Righteous Gemstones, Will Trent
  • Chris Shaw
    Producer
  • Steven Ogg
    Key Cast
    "Henry"
    The Walking Dead, Westworld, Emancipation
  • Brett Tomberlin
    Key Cast
    "Cyrus"
    American Sports Story, The Madison
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Horror, Drama
  • Runtime:
    3 minutes 48 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    June 15, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    50,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    16mm
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1.66:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Chris Shaw

Chris Shaw is an award-winning filmmaker, having produced projects such as the Oscar-qualified film "Panorama". His work contains a distinctive arthouse style that blends visual poetry with emotional depth. Specializing in writing and directing, his projects feature acclaimed talent including Michael Cudlitz, Steven Ogg, Michael Evans Behling, and Iddo Goldberg. Chris’ storytelling often centers on themes of mental health, using nuanced character work and striking imagery to create an intimate connection between the audience and the film. His work invites viewers to not just watch, but feel—and reflect.

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Director Statement

This story dissects the human condition and its response to the surrounding environment. Setting it in this time period heightens the emotional toll and the struggles individuals had to endure to survive. It explores the question of who you become when faced with impossible choices.

By combining horror elements with emotional drama, the viewer is given a visceral sense of the characters’ fear, while also conveying the psychological impact of their decisions.