Experiencing Interruptions?

Hey, Missy!

Missy has a unique kink... luring men into a false sense of sexual bliss before brutally murdering them. She aims to rid herself of this disease, but when her past acts come back to haunt her, she’s forced to face her demons head-on.

  • Joe Taft
    Director
    The Innkeeper
  • Joe Taft
    Writer
    The Innkeeper
  • Alison O'Leary
    Producer
    The Muse of Ozzy Watkins, Split Ways
  • Melissa Marchese
    Producer
    Under the Hood, Zoom University: From Remote Learning to In-Person Career
  • Gary Taft
    Producer
    The Innkeeper
  • Alison O'Leary
    Key Cast
    "Missy"
    The Muse of Ozzy Watkins, Split Ways
  • Justin Gatcomb
    Key Cast
    "Marcus"
    Rooks, Black Castles
  • Horacio Velez
    Key Cast
    "Andre"
    State of the Union
  • Eric Kahn
    Key Cast
    "Keith"
    State of the Union
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Horror, Slasher, Thriller, Comedy
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 49 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 30, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    5,706 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.39
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Happenstance Horror Fest
    Salem, MA
    United States
    November 8, 2025
    New England, Massachusetts
    Audience Choice: Best Film
  • Silicon Beach Film Festival
    Los Angeles, California
    United States
    September 9, 2025
    World Premiere
    Official Selection
  • Chicago Horror Film Festival
    Chicago, Illinois
    United States
    September 28, 2025
    Illinois Premiere, Midwest Premiere
    Official Selection
  • YIKES! Film Festival
    Edmonton, Alberta
    Canada
    November 8, 2025
    Canada
    Official Selection
  • Milwaukee Horror Film Festival
    Milwaukee
    United States
    March 14, 2026
    Best Horror Short Film - Nominee
Director Biography - Joe Taft

Joe Taft is a writer/director from Rockland, Massachusetts. He has completed two short films, "The Innkeeper" (2023) and "Hey, Missy!" (2025). Joe earned his B.A. in Communication from Curry College in 2021.

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Director Statement

I am so honored to present my newest film to you. This has been a long time coming! 10 days on set, over 6 months of editing, and a lifetime of memories led us to this point. We'd be honored to be included in your festival. Enjoy!

UPDATE 11/3 - Hello! I recently went ahead and hired a colorist to help give Missy that look that she deserves, and I think you'll be pleased. This isn't a phase, Mom, this is the Real Missy! - Writer/Director Joe Taft