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Ancient Evil: FrankenCock

A fast paced, twisted tale of obsession and dark desires, a brilliant but unhinged surgeon, Dr. Frank Stien, redefines the boundaries of life and death. After an accident leaves him without his own manhood, he uses forbidden knowledge to construct a Frankenstein monster from his own severed appendage. As the creature awakens, it quickly descends into madness and threatens to consume them both. "Ancient Evil: FrankenCock,” is a provocative, insane, and chilling exploration of the consequences of playing god with the very essence of humanity.

  • Ryan McDonald
    Director
    Married and Loving It
  • Ryan McDonald
    Writer
    Ancient Evil: Moon's Blood
  • Brandie McDonald
    Producer
    Married and Loving It!
  • Dennis Record
    Key Cast
    "Dr. Frank Stein"
    Haunted
  • Heather Hails Hynes
    Key Cast
    "Shelly"
    Haunted
  • Ryan McDonald
    Key Cast
    "Detective Chaz"
    Ancient Evil: Moon's Blood
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    7 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 31, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    H.26
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Filmulate Demon Chaser Film Festival
    Salt Lake City
    United States
    October 25, 2023
    Best Special FX, Best Scare, Audience Choice Awards, Best Director, Best Film
  • Top Indie Film Awards

    United States
    February 3, 2024
    Best FX, Best Editing
  • Night of Comedy Shorts
    Milan
    Italy
    December 29, 2023
    Best Title
  • Horror Unleashed

    Portugal
    March 14, 2024
    Best Director
Director Biography - Ryan McDonald

Ryan McDonald is an award winning actor, director, writer and producer. In 2009 he graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Film and a Minor in Mass Communication. His first feature film, "Married and Loving," traveled the globe in 2020 and was honored with multiple awards, including Best Cast, Best Editing, and Best Picture Made with an iPhone.

His current focus has been in the horror genre with award-winning horror comedies such as, "Ancient Evil: Moon's Blood," and his most recent short, "Ancient Evil: FrankenCock."

Ryan is a founding member of the New Ogden Cinema, a local cinema group from the Ogden, UT area with a focus on indie film-making and bringing independent filmmakers together for production.

He is also a board member for the Egyptian Theater Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to restoring the Peery's Egyptian Theater in Ogden, UT. He is also the host for the Annual Ogden's Big Lebowski Festival, which is heading towards it's 10th year.

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Director Statement

Creating, "Ancient Evil: FrankenCock," has been an audacious and exhilarating venture into the world of indie horror, where our aim has been to shatter expectations and redefine the genre. At the heart of this endeavor lies a commitment to pushing boundaries through creative and innovative special effects, elevating the film into a visceral experience that challenges the eyes, hearts, and morals of the viewer.

The horror genre has always been a playground for the imagination, and our film seeks to stretch the limits of that playground. It is a dark odyssey that invites audiences to confront their deep humor and moral boundaries, guided by a visual tapestry that blurs the line between the tangible and the surreal. Visually, the film is a dance of light and shadow, carefully choreographed to enhance the psychological impact of the narrative.

Central to this journey is our deliberate choice to embrace cutting-edge practical effects. In a landscape dominated by digital wizardry, we wanted to pay homage to the craftsmanship of practical effects, immersing our audience in a world where the horrific feels tangibly real. From intricate creature designs to mind-bending transformations, every effect in, "Ancient Evil: FrankenCock," serves as a testament to the power of practical artistry in horror storytelling.

Our cinematography seeks to create an atmosphere that is as haunting as it is beautiful, where the interplay of darkness and light becomes an integral character in the unfolding horror. We aimed to craft an experience that lingers in the subconscious, inviting the audience to question the very nature of horror and humor.

As a director, "Ancient Evil: FrankenCock," represents my commitment to pushing the boundaries of what indie horror can achieve. It is an invitation to the audience to embrace the unknown, to revel in the discomfort of the eerie, and to appreciate the artistry behind the macabre. I hope this film leaves a lasting impression, not only as a daring piece of cinema but also as a celebration of the limitless possibilities that arise when creativity and fear collide.

Ryan McDonald
Director, "Ancient Evil: FrankenCock"