Horror Short Film "The Lone Piper" | ALTER

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In the midst of the French and Indian War a company of hardened soldiers force their young bagpipe player into battle, only to discover that their enemy is not what they expected.

"The Lone Piper" by Matthew Kravchuk

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Connect with the Filmmakers:
https://www.thelonepiperfilm.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mattkravchuk/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9965044/

More About "The Lone Piper":
Set in 1759, The Lone Piper follows a Scottish bagpipe player and an Algonquian girl as they struggle to cope with the horrors of war. Using folklore as a medium, this period project discusses the ever-present themes of colonialism and xenophobia.

Director's Statement:
As an aspiring writer and director, I am driven by a passion for building immersive, emotionally resonant worlds and crafting characters who are as flawed and fascinating as the human experience itself. My storytelling is deeply rooted in atmosphere and subtext, often blurring the line between reality and myth to explore the darker aspects of history and the human psyche.

I draw much of my inspiration from visionary filmmakers like Guillermo del Toro and Robert Eggers, whose works seamlessly blend the fantastical with the historical. Like them, I believe that folklore is more than just old stories—it is a mirror that reflects our fears, desires, and cultural memory. Through this lens, I seek to uncover fresh perspectives on the horrors of the past—not simply for the sake of fear, but to interrogate what those fears reveal about us.

In my work, horror becomes a vehicle for empathy, not just dread. Whether it's a haunted landscape echoing with ancestral trauma or a monster that symbolizes internalized guilt, I aim to build narratives that linger long after the credits roll. My ultimate goal as a filmmaker is to evoke not only suspense and terror, but also reflection, wonder, and a deeper emotional truth.

As I continue to grow in my craft, I am committed to pushing boundaries, challenging expectations, and telling stories that honor both the mythic and the human—stories that are strange, beautiful, and, above all, unforgettable.

"The Lone Piper" Credits:
Matthew Kravchuk -- Writer/Director/Executive Producer
Connie Huang -- Cinematographer
Michael LaFond -- Editor
Mike Cassedy -- Composer
Amanda Jabes -- Producer (Produced by)
Alessia Donato -- Production Supervisor
Ingie Enan -- Associate Producer
Alexander Dannehl -- Associate Producer
Rick Rosset -- Associate Producer
Katherine Peterlin -- Executive Producer
Gabriel Iath -- Assistant Director
Ashley K. Thomas -- HMU Department Head
Alex Solorzano -- HMU Artist
Liz Samuels -- Key Costumer
Niknaz Tavakolian -- A Camera/Steadicam Operator
Hamilton Longyear -- First Assistant Camera
Andrew Trice -- Second Assistant Camera
James Pesature -- Stills Photographer
Carolina Acero -- Gaffer
Perry Unjang -- Best Boy Grip
Joe Wannemacher -- Key Grip
Adam I. Rochester Sr. -- SPFX Supervisor
Kara Haas -- Script Supervisor
Anthony Raffaele -- Colorist
Zifeng Zhuo -- Finishing Coordinator
Avery Bowen -- Bagpipes Advisor
Cory Choy -- Re-recording Mixer
Christian Cuciniello -- Sound Editor
Carmine Picarello -- Sound Mixer/Boom Operator
Alexandre Prod'homme -- VFX Supervisor
Pamela Agolli -- Special Thanks
Francois Maree -- Special Thanks
Nate Meyer -- Special Thanks
Michelle Rose -- Special Thanks

Cast:
Lucian Zanes
Amanda Bearmedicine
Matthew Woods

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