FIVE — An Award-Recognized Psychological Thriller Seeking Production Partners
A Psychological Thriller Short Film Set in the New Mexico Desert
After retreating into the isolation of the New Mexico desert, a troubled man becomes convinced he is being hunted by an unseen stalker — forcing him to confront whether the threat outside is real, or something far more terrifying within.
A contained, two-character thriller seeking the right director and production partners to bring this award-recognized screenplay to the screen.
PROJECT STATUS
✅ Finalist — 13HORROR.COM Film & Screenplay Contest
✅ Award-recognized screenplay
✅ Contained production design
✅ Two-character thriller
✅ New Mexico desert location available
✅ Writer attached
Ideal collaborators:
- Director with a passion for psychological thrillers
- Producer experienced with shorts/independent films
- Cinematographer drawn to desert landscapes and visual storytelling
- Production partners interested in New Mexico filmmaking
Production advantage:
- New Mexico desert access
- Existing location possibilities
- Minimal cast
- Limited company moves
- Manageable budget
Why FIVE?
- Contained. Cinematic. Character-driven.
- A psychological thriller built around suspense, isolation, and escalating tension.
- Two characters. One unforgiving landscape. One question: Who is really being hunted?
- A production-friendly concept with strong visual potential and festival appeal.
- An opportunity for filmmakers to create a gripping short with a focused scope and lasting impact.