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The Babysitter

The Babysitter is an atmospheric, Hitchcockian psycho-thriller in the tradition of Halloween, Diabolique and Scream, that is truly a showcase for up and coming talent like no other.

Led by the talented Alesandra Assante, [Lily & Kat] daughter of legendary actor Armand Assante, and co-starring Monica Wyche, [Hulu’s The Path] Zenon Zeleniuch, [Madame Secretary] Eileen Weisenger, [Iron Man, The Faculty] and introducing the film debuts of the talented Tyler Merell and Erica Duke Forsyth, who deservedly took home the award for Best Actress at the Independent Horror Movie Awards for her role as Cara.

Beautifully shot on location at the stunning, isolated estate of world renowned actor, Armand Assante, by cinematographer Rafe Karen.

Masterfully edited by Andrea Cecchi, who snagged a Best Editing award for his work on the film from the Diabolic Film Fest, The Babysitter also marks the debut of now prolific film composer, Justin Burning, who crafted a haunting and unforgettable score.

PLOT: After a breakdown leaves Katie expelled from her dream school, she is left struggling to pick up the pieces... And when an opportunity to babysit for a wealthy family on the outskirts of town presents itself, Katie sees it as the perfect way to prove how much she's moved on from the unfortunate incident. However, things begin to unravel as the night progresses, leaving Katie once again struggling to keep it together as she tries to make sense of the terrors she encounters.

  • Greg Klepper
    Director
  • Greg Klepper
    Writer
  • Greg Klepper
    Producer
  • Rafe Karen
    Producer
  • Alesandra Assante
    Key Cast
    (NBC) The Mysteries of Laura, House of Dust, Lily & Kat
  • Monica Wyche
    Key Cast
    (Hulu) The Path, (Netflix / Marvel) The Defenders, Law and Order SVU,
  • Zenon Zeleniuch
    Key Cast
    (CBS) Madam Secretary, (FX) The Americans, John Wick
  • Erica Duke Forsyth
    Key Cast
  • Eileen Weisenger
    Key Cast
    Iron Man, The Faculty
  • Tyler Merell
    Key Cast
  • Justin Burning
    Original Score By
  • Andrea Cecchi
    Editing and Sound Design By
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Horror, Psychological Thriller, Thriller
  • Runtime:
    30 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    May 1, 2017
  • Production Budget:
    1,100 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • NEW FILMMAKERS SERIES at NYIT
    New York City
    United States
    June 27, 2017
    World Premiere
  • Independent Horror Movie Awards

    January 8, 2018
    Official Selection, BEST ACTRESS WINNER - Erica Duke Forsyth, BEST SHORT NOMINEE, BEST SCREENPLAY NOMINEE
  • Halloween International Film Festival

    October 27, 2017
    Official Selection
  • Diabolical Film Festival

    October 28, 2017
    Official Selection, BEST EDITING WINNER - Andrea Cecchi
  • Hollywood Screenings Film Festival
    Hollywood
    United States
    Semi-Finalist
  • Fake Flesh Film Festival
    British Columbia
    Canada
    October 27, 2017
    Official Selection
  • Transparent Film Festival
    New York, NY
    United States
    April 7, 2019
    Official Selection, BEST ACTRESS NOMINATION - ALESANDRA ASSANTE, BEST ACTRESS NOMINATION - TYLER MERELL
  • Lift-Off Independent Film Sessions
    United Kingdom
    February 18, 2019
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Greg Klepper

Writer / Director based in N.Y.C.
Founder of Kleptograph Films LLC.

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