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Nightmare

Hayden is a teenager that has had Nyctophobia, or fear of darkness, since he was a kid. Everyday is a struggle for him, as he tries to overcome this fear. But one night, an event puts this whole fear into a whole new perspective.

  • Hassan Chammout
    Director
  • Hassan Chammout
    Writer
  • Hassan Chammout
    Producer
  • Hassan Chammout
    Key Cast
    "Hayden"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Horror, Suspense
  • Runtime:
    12 minutes 17 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 8, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    250 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White and Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Anatolia Film Festival
    Anatolia
    Turkey
    Official Selection
  • Hollywood Blood Horror Festival
    Los Angeles
    United States
    Award Winner
  • Hollywood Golden Age Festival

    Winner
  • Crown Pointe International Film Festival

    Honorable Mention
Distribution Information
  • Ezra Plus Productions
    Distributor
    Country: United States
Director Biography - Hassan Chammout

Hassan Chammout is a Lebanese Muslim Filmmaker and Actor, that resides in Livonia, Michigan. He attends U of M Ann Arbor, studying Biology and Theatre. Hassan enjoys being on stage, as well as in front of the camera to express what talents he has to offer to audiences everywhere. He is pursuing a career in the arts, by training since he was 15. He hopes to inspire people like him to never give up and continue moving forward, no matter what.

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Director Statement

This film was inspired by a childhood fear that I still have today. One night, I dreamt in black and white for the first time, and it took place in a park, as I began to hear voices and objects moving without any visible force. Writing, Acting and Directing this film helped me cope with the dream itself, but darkness…that is an ongoing fight, that I hope to overcome one day.